Easy Taco Casserole

By Lindae999

Calories 665
Fat 37.5 G
Fiber 10.9 G

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 large red onion, chopped reserve 1/4 for later use
• 1-2 jalapeno pepper, chopped and seeded
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 1 (15 oz)can black beans, drained
• 1 cup Pace Picante Sauce
• 1 (1 1/4 oz) package taco seasoning mix
• 2-3 drops hot sauce, if more heat is desired, or 2-3 dashes ground red pepper, if more heat is desired
• 1 (2 cup) package of shredded mexican cheese, reserve 1/4 package for later use
• 1 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips, preferably jalapeno peppers flavored

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

1. Brown ground meat; add jalapeno peppers, onions and garlic and saute until transparent.

2. Mix remaining ingredients together and place in a 2 1/2 qt greased casserole dish.

3. Cover and bake @ 350 degrees for 45 minutes until bubbly, remove from oven, remove lid, add extra grated cheese, continue baking until melted.

4. Serve with reserved red onion, grated cheese, tortillas or tortilla chips.
5. Can also chop plum tomatoes and add to the top.