Taco Casserole

Prep : 25 minutes ---Bake : 15 minutes --- Makes 4 servings

1--------------------------pound ground beef

1/4 ----------------------cup chopped onion

1/4 ----------------------cup chopped green pepper

1 -------------------------evelope taco seasoning

1/2 ----------------------cup water

1 -------------------------cup crushed tortilla chips

1 -------------------------can (16 ounces) refried beans

1 -------------------------cup (4 ounces0 shredded cheddar cheese

TOPPING : Chopped lettuce and tomatoes , sliced ripe olives , sour cream and picante sauce

1) In a large skittet , cook beef , onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink ; drain . Stir in taco seasoning and water . Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until thickened ; set aside .

2) Place chips in a greased 8-inch square baking dish . In a small bowl , stir refried beans ; spread over chips . Top with beef mixture and cheese .

3) Bake , unncovered at 375* for 15 to 20 minutes or until heated . Top with lettuce , tomatooes and olives . Serve with sour cream and picante sauce .

This casserole , which tastes like a taco salad will be a favoriye at your houxe , it's a breeze to prepare .