Taco Casserole

By mamajan

A family favorite

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 4 oz. mushroom pieces
• 1 pkg taco seasoning
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 14-oz. can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 8-oz. can tomato sauce
• 1 4-oz. bag cheese-flavored nacho chips
• 2 Tblsp chopped cilantro
• 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
• 1 3-oz. can French fried onions

Details

Servings 8

Preparation

Step 1

Brown ground beef in large skillet over medium high heat. Reduce heat to medium and add onion, garlic, and mushrooms; cook until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add taco seasoning, salt, pepper; mix well. Stir in tomatoes and tomato sauce; simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in nacho chips and chopped cilantro. Mix gently until chips are coated with sauce. Spoon into greased 9x13 baking dish. Sprinkle with cheddar and french fried onions. Bake at 350 degrees for 18-20 minutes until lightly browned. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.