Chili Casserole

This is a recipe from my late mothers grey recipe book. She made it a few times and it was pretty darned good.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 3  lbs ground beef
• 3  cups onions, chopped
• 3 (1 1/2ounce) packages  chili seasoning mix
• 3 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 2  cups water
• 3 (16 ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained
• 1 (3 3/4ounce) package  small  corn chips
• 3⁄4 cup black olives, sliced and pitted
• 1 1⁄2 cups  shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Directions

1. in large heavy kettle cook meat until it looses its red color, breaking up with a fork, drain fat off.
2. Add next 4 ingredients, stir, and bring to a boil.
3. Cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring several times to avoid sticking.
4. In a 4 quart casserole at least 3 1/2 inches deep, layer meat mixture with beans, corn chips, olives, and cheese, ending with chips and cheese.
5. Bake in over 325 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes.