BAKED TACO CASSEROLE

Steps:

• To Prepare Meat Mixture: In a medium skillet, saute ground beef with garlic and onion until beef is cooked through and onions are soft. Sprinkle with chilli powder, chilli pepper and cumin. Salt and pepper to taste. Toss and cook for 3 minutes. Add kidney beans and corn, cover and cook on low for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare tortilla strips by stacking 3-4 tortillas together and slicing thin, approximately 1/4-inch. In a non stick or iron skillet, add the tortilla strips to well heated oil and toss just until slightly crisp. Stir often to prevent burning. Casserole Preparation: In a large rectangle ceramic or glass casserole dish, layer the beef mixture along the bottom. Fold in the cooked tortilla strips, tomatoes, and farmers (or feta) cheese. Sprinkle top with monterey jack cheesd ane bake uncovered in a 325 oven for 20 minutes or until heated through. Remove and top casserole with lettuce and olives. Place a dab of sour creme on each serving.