Southwest Frito Pie

• 2 lbs lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cups water
• 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
• 4 1/2 cups corn chips
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 3/4 cup chopped tomato
• 6 tablespoons finely chopped onions
• sour cream and minced fresh cilantro (optional)

1. In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the 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, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and onion; garnish with sour cream and cilantro, if desired.

lean ground beef, chili powder, flour, salt, garlic, water, pinto beans, corn chips, shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, tomato, onions, sour cream

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/southwest-frito-pie-467050 (may not work)