Black Bean and Beef Tostadas

By Terry M

Ingredients

• 8 oz lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
• 8 tostada shells

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat util no longer pink: drain. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 6-8 minutes or until liquid is reduced. Stir in the black beans; heat through.

2. Spread refried beans over tostada shells. Top with the beef mixture. Serve with toppings of your choice.

Optional toppings: Shredded lettuce, shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, sour cream and/or salsa