Tex Mex Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups hash brown potatoes, thawed
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 1/4 cup green chilies, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups Mexican blend cheese, shredded

Directions

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, cook ground beef with onions and garlic, stirring frequently, until browned and pour off drippings.

2. 2

   Add tomato sauce and chili powder and bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, heat oil in a 10-inch nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling.

5. 5

   Add potatoes, pressing into one layer.

6. 6

   Cook 5 minutes or until bottom is golden brown.

7. 7

   Turn with large spatula and continue cooking 4 to 5 minutes or until bottom of potatoes are golden brown, reducing heat if potatoes are browning too quickly.

8. 8

   Don't worry if potatoes break apart when you turn them and just pat them back together with the spatula.

9. 9

   Spoon ground beef mixture over potatoes and top with tomatoes, chilies and cheese.

10. 10

    Broil 3 to 4 inches from broiler 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted.