Taco Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Brown hamburger with 1 chopped onion and garlic; add tomato sauce, juice, green chili (optional) and spices.
Place a layer of tortilla chips on bottom of large greased casserole.
Cover with layer of meat mixture and 1 can beans.
Repeat, ending with a third layer of tortilla chips.
Bake, covered, for 1 hour at 350\u00b0. Uncover for the last 15 minutes.
Cover the top with a thick layer of lettuce, remaining onion, fresh tomatoes and grated cheese just before serving.
Serves 8.