Mexican Straw Hats

By tankholmes

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2/3 cup chopped celery
• 2/3 cup chopped green pepper
• 3 Tablespoons butter
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 2 to 3 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 6-ounce cans of tomato paste
• 1/2 cup catsup
• 2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• Dash Tabasco sauce
• 2 6-ounce packages corn chips
• Shredded sharp American cheese

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

In large skillet, cook onion, celery and green pepper in butter until tender, but not brown. Add beef, and brown lightly. Add remaining ingredients except chips and cheese. Simmer uncovered 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Serve on corn chips. Top generously with cheese.