Southwest Frito Pie

Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef (I used 1 lb of "fungus" meat and a can of black beans)
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups water
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained, optional
4-1/2 cups corn chips
2 cups shredded lettuce
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup chopped tomatoes
6 tablespoons finely chopped onion
Sour cream and minced fresh cilantro, optional

Directions

1. In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the chili powder, flour, salt and garlic powder until blended; gradually stir in water.
2. Add the beans, if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
3. To serve, divide chips among six serving bowls. Top with beef mixture, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and onion; garnish with sour cream and cilantro, if desired.

Serves 6

Recipe from Taste of Home.