TACO NOODLE BAKE

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I got creative while we were housebound during a snowstorm one winter and used ingredients I had on hand to come up with this hearty casserole. -Judy Munger, Warren, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked wide egg noodles
2 pounds ground beef
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
1/3 cup sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup taco sauce
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce, water, green chilies, taco seasoning, onion powder, chili powder and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. , Drain noodles; place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Spread with beef mixture; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes., Top with lettuce, tomatoes, olives and taco sauce. Garnish with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 906mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.