Layered Taco Salad

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 can kidney beans, drained
• 3/4 cup French salad dressing, divided
• 1 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. dried onion flakes
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• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 3/4 cup chopped green pepper
• Tortilla chips
• 3 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Guacamole (opt.)

Directions

In large nonstick skillet, cook and stir beef over medium high heat until browned; pour off drippings. Stir in beans, 1/2 cup of the salad dressing, chili powder, onion flakes and salt. Cover; reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes. In medium bowl, combine remaining 1/4 cup salad dressing, tomatoes and green pepper; mix lightly. To assemble, layer tortilla chips, lettuce, tomato mixture, meat mixture and cheese on individual salad plates. Serve with guacamole, if desired.

By Robin from Washington, IA