Nacho Cheese Beef Bake

By bnpolley

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted
• 1 jar (5-3/4 ounces) sliced pimiento-stuffed olives, drained
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
• 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
• 1/3 cup prepared ranch salad dressing
• Shredded lettuce, sour cream and/or salsa, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, soup, olives and chilies. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Stir in noodles.
Transfer to a greased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Top with tortilla chips; drizzle with salad dressing. Serve with lettuce, sour cream and/or salsa if desired.