Taco Salad

This needs to be made ahead of time because it needs time to cool.

1 large onion, chopped
1 tsp. oil
1 lb. ground beef
1 pkg. taco seasoning mix
1 can chili beans in chili sauce
1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (16 oz) bottle french dressing (the cheap stuff works fine for this)
1 head lettuce
1 pkg. tortilla chips, OR doritos, OR frito chips
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped tomatoes
sour cream
salsa (optional)


In a large skillet over medium-high heat brown lightly onions in oil. Add ground beef and cook until brown. Drain excess fat.


Stir in taco seasoning, chili beans, kidney beans, french dressing.


Fill the dressing bottle 2/3 full of water and add to the skillet.


Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.


COOL COMPLETELY


Crush chips if desired. And toss the chips in a large bowl with the lettuce, cheese and tomatoes.

Add the cooled meat mixture to the lettuce mixture and mix well.[/*]


Serve and top with salsa and sour cream if desired.

Posted: November 22, 2005