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Spicy Nacho Bake

1 lb ground beef
1 large onions, chopped
1 large green peppers, chopped
1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15-1/2 oz) hot chili beans
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (11 oz) whole kernal corn, drained
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 package (13 oz) spicy nacho tortilla chips
2 cups (16 oz) shredded cheddar cheese

In a Dutch oven or large kettle, cook the beef, onions and green peppers
over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
Stir in the tomatoes, beans, corn, tomato sauce and taco seasoning.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes (mixture will be thin).
In a greased 13x9x2" baking dishe, layer 2-1/2 cups of chips
and 2-1/4 cups of meat mixture.
Repeat layers.
Top each with 2 cups of chips and 1 cup of cheese.
Bake uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

*1 casserole (15 servings) 

(Taste of Home - August/September 2007)