Taco Casserole

• 2 lb. hamburger
• 1 1/2 large onions, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 large can tomato sauce
• 1 c. tomato juice
• 1 green chili (hot pepper), diced
• 3 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1/2 tsp. oregano
• 1/4 tsp. cumin
• 1 bag tortilla chips
• 2 cans red beans
• 2 c. shredded lettuce
• 2 diced tomatoes
• 1 c. grated Cheddar cheese

1. Brown hamburger with 1 chopped onion and garlic; add tomato sauce, juice, green chili (optional) and spices.
2. Place a layer of tortilla chips on bottom of large greased casserole.
3. Cover with layer of meat mixture and 1 can beans.
4. Repeat, ending with a third layer of tortilla chips.
5. Bake, covered, for 1 hour at 350u0b0. Uncover for the last 15 minutes.
6. Cover the top with a thick layer of lettuce, remaining onion, fresh tomatoes and grated cheese just before serving.
7. Serves 8.

hamburger, onions, garlic, tomato sauce, tomato juice, green chili, chili powder, oregano, cumin, tortilla chips, red beans, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=872379 (may not work)