1 lb lean ground beef
1 (16 oz) can refried beans
1(16 oz) jar thick & chunky salsa
1 (1 oz) pkg 40% less-sodium 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

heat oven to 350°. in a 12″ skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. stir in the refried beans, salsa & taco seasoning mix. reduce heat to medium. heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.

in an ungreased 2-qt casserole, place 2 cups of the broken tortilla chips. top evenly with beef mixture. sprinkle with bell pepper, onions, 1 cup of the tomato, the cheese & olives.

bake, uncovered, 20-30 minutes or until hot & bubbly & cheese is melted. top baked casserole with lettuce, remaining 1/2 cup tomatoes & remaining 1/2 cup tortilla chips.

5 servings