 
Casseroles aren't the same old boring, soggy, hot dishes they used to be. This recipe offers both appealing taste and texture. Ortega seasonings spice up the filling, and layers of taco shells give it crunch. 4 10 min 35 min 
      
PREHEAT oven to 375° F.
COOK beef, onion and garlic until beef is browned; drain. Stir in water, taco sauce, chiles, 1/4 cup olives and seasoning mix. Cook over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes.
LAYER half of broken taco shells on bottom of greased 12 x 8-inch baking dish. Cover with half of meat sauce; sprinkle with 1 cup cheese. Repeat with remaining shells, meat sauce and cheese. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Top with remaining olives, tomatoes and green onions.
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Submitted Date: September 2003
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Reviewed By: Jay L. from Chicago
Comments: My family loved this! I took one reviewer's advice and added refried beans, but I covered each taco layer with the beans; would be good without it, but I think it really made it a great casserole with this added ingredient. I put out sour cream, chopped tomatoes, and extra olives as toppings. Thought there would be leftovers for a second night, but the entire casserole was gone in a flash!
D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S!!
Submitted Date: September 2003
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Reviewed By: Karon Kruhlinski from Bitburg, Germany
Comments: Very tasty and fast to make. I also alternate this same recipe using grilled/diced chicken breast.
great stuff
Submitted Date: August 2003
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Reviewed By: Troy Clease from Nanaimo BC Canada
Comments: My picky eating kids acually went back for seconds, they never do that I'm lucky to get them to eat. The only thing I left out was the olives.
The new favorite
Submitted Date: August 2003
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Reviewed By: Michelle
Comments: My husband and I really enjoyed this one. I substituted Tostidos Gold tortilla chips in place of the taco shells and was satisfied with the results. This recipe is the new favorite in our home. I'm recommending it to friends!
Practically licking the pan!
Submitted Date: August 2003
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Reviewed By: ck from Alaska
Comments: This was the first time I made this dish and I ended up quadrupling it for a church potluck. My husband went back to get more after just a few minutes and it was totally gone! Thanks meals.com!
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