Southwest beef pie

By Cheryl-4

This meaty delight will have the family coming back for seconds! Hearty and filling, it's sure to be an instant classic.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Taco shells (crushed)
• 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
• 1 can ( 8 oz.) tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 envelope taco seasoning
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1 cup (4oz) shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Place crushed taco shells in an ungreased 9 in. pie plate; set aside. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, water, taco seasoning and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Spoon half of the meat mixture over chips; sprinkle with half of the cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered at 375 degrees for 1-15 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Serve immediately.