Nacho Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (10 ounces) mild enchilada sauce
• 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 package (10 ounces) tortilla chips, crushed

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Drain off fat.
3. Add onion and bell pepper to skillet and cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
4. Stir in diced tomatoes and enchilada sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Spread beef mixture in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 2 cups of cheese.
6. Sprinkle crushed chips over cheese. Top with remaining 1 cup of cheese.
7. Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Interesting Facts

• Nachos originated in northern Mexico, in the city of Ciudad Juarez.
• The original nachos were made from fried tortillas and melted cheese.
• Nachos were first served in a Mexican restaurant in the 1940s.
• Nachos are a popular snack food in the United States.