2 pounds ground beef 16 ounces can refried beans 4 ounces can green chilies, chopped 1 envelope taco seasoning mix 4 cups Colby Jack or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded 12 ounces uncooked lasagna noodles 16 ounces jar mild salsa 2 cups water 2 cups sour cream 1 can sliced ripe olives, drained 3 green onions, chopped Brown and drain burger. Add beans, chiles, taco seasoning, and hot salsa. In greased 9 x 13 baking dish, layer a third of the meat mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese. Repeat this twice. Combine mild salsa and waster and pour over top. Cover and bake at 350* for one hour or until heated through. Uncover and top with sour cream, olives, onion and remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer. Let stand 10-15 minutes before cutting. (You can prepare this up to 24 hours in advance. Cover and chill, but remove from refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.) |