Southwest Frito Pie

By pattyd13

Ingredients

• 2 lbs. lean ground beef
• 3 Tbsp. chili powder
• 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 2 cups water
• 1 can (15 oz.) pinto beans, rinsed & drained, optional
• 4 1/2 cups corn chips
• 2 cups shredded lettace
• 1 1/2 cups (6 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
• 3/4 cup chopped tomatoes
• 6 Tbsp. finely chopped onion
• Sour cream and minced fresh cilantro, optional

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in chili powder, flour, salt and garlic powder until blended; gradually stir in water.
2. Add the beans, if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
3. To serve, divide chips among six serving bowls. Top with beef mixture, lettace, cheese, tomatoes and onion; garnish with sour cream and cilantro, if desired.