Beef and Bean Taco Casserole

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
• 1 jar (16 oz) Thick ‘n Chunky salsa
• 1 package (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
• 2 1/2 cups coarsely broken tortilla chips
• 1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped (3/4 cup)
• 4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
• 1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
• 1 cup shredded lettuce

1. Heat oven to 350°F. In 12-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. 
2. Stir in refried beans, salsa and taco seasoning mix. 
3. Reduce heat to medium. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
4. In ungreased 2-quart casserole, place 2 cups of the broken tortilla chips. 
5. Top evenly with beef mixture. 
6. Sprinkle with bell pepper, onions, 1 cup of the tomato, the cheese and olives.
7. Bake uncovered 20 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly and cheese is melted. 
8. Top baked casserole with lettuce, remaining 1/2 cup tomato and remaining 1/2 cup tortilla chips. Serves 5