Seven Layer Taco Casserole Recipe

• 1 pound ground beef, thawed
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup thick taco sauce
• 1/2 cup green chiles
• 1/2 cup ripe olives, drained, divided
• 1.25 ounces taco seasoning
• 12 taco shells, broken into pieces
• 2 cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded
• Chopped tomatoes

1. Preheat your oven to 375º F.
2. Brown beef with onion and garlic in a pan.
3. Add water, taco sauce, seasonings,chiles, and 1/4 cup olives.
4. Simmer for 3 minutes.
5. In a large casserole dish, place a thick layer of broken taco shells.
6. Place a layer of meat on top, then layer on 1 cup of cheese.
7. Repeat these three layers again.
8. Bake for 20 minutes.
9. Place leftover vegetables on top.

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