Mexican Hamburger Casserole

A quick meal to throw together, easy to tweak to your spice level -- try adding green chilies or using hot taco seasoning! Best served with tortilla chips (almost like a taco salad!)

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 2  lbs lean ground beef
• 1 (1 1/4ounce) package  taco seasoning mix
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 1 (16 ounce) can  refried beans
• 2  cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2  cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 3⁄4 cup onion, chopped
•  tomatoes, chopped (optional)
•  lettuce, chopped (optional)
•  sour cream (optional)
•  tortilla chips (optional)

Directions

1. Brown ground beef; drain off fat. Add taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Cook over low heat about 15 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed.
2. Spread meat mixture into greased 9 x 13" baking pan. Spread beans over meat.
3. Sprinkle with cheeses, then with chopped onion.
4. Bake at 325°F for 20 minutes or until hot.
5. Makes 8 Serving suggestion: Serve over tortilla chips and top with sour cream, chopped lettuce and tomato.