1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups water
1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1 15-ounce can red kidney beans, drained
1/2 of a l-pound package plain or nacho-flavored tortilla chips, coarsely crushed
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped, pitted ripe olives
1 8-ounce carton dairy sour cream
1.
In skillet, brown beef, onion and garlic. Drain fat.2.
Stir in water, tomato sauce, chili powder and oregano. Pour half the mixture into a 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Top with half the beans and half the chips. Repeat layering.3.
Cover and bake the hotdish in a 350° oven for 30 minutes or till heated through. Top with remaining ingredients. Makes 8 to 10 servings.