HOW TO MAKE TACO CASSEROLE
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and onion and cook until the beef is browned, for about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the tomatoes and their juices.
3. Stir in the taco seasoning. Reduce to medium heat and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thickened and most of the liquid has evaporated, for about 7 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat.
4. Slightly crush the tortilla chips so they are a little smaller than full size, and layer them in the bottom of the baking dish.
5. Spoon the beans in an even layer over the chips.
6. Spread the ground beef mixture over the beans and top with the cheese. Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese melts and the beans are heated through. Add your favorite toppings and serve hot with tortilla chips.
