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Southwest Frito Pie

I got a real culture shock when we moved to New Mexico several years ago, but we grew to love the food. Now, back in South Carolina, we still crave New Mexican dishes, and this is one of my go-to favorites.—Janet Scoggins, North Augusta, South Carolina

6 ServingsPrep: 20 min. Cook: 25 min.

Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
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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

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.
Add the beans, if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer,
uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until thickened, stirring
occasionally.
To serve, divide chips among six serving bowls. Top with beef
mixture, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and onion; garnish with sour

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Directions (continued)

cream and cilantro, if desired. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (calculated without beans and sour cream) equals 615 calories, 38 g fat (16 g saturated fat), 143 mg cholesterol, 915 mg sodium, 25 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 43 g protein.