Easy Frito Pie (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 small onion, finely chopped.
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1 pound of ground beef, lean preferred.
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A packet of taco seasoning mix.
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2/3 cup of plain water.
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A 10-ounce can of enchilada sauce.
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1 can of pinto beans (15 ounces), rinsed and drained.
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9.25 ounces of Fritos corn chips.
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2 cups of shredded Mexican-style cheese.
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1 green onion, sliced thin.
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Sour cream to put on top.
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Guacamole for garnishing.
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F. Coat a 9x13 baking dish lightly with cooking spray.
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In a big skillet, cook the ground beef along with the onion until browned. Then, drain off the grease.
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Pour water and taco seasoning into the skillet with the meat. Stir frequently and let it simmer for around 3-4 minutes.
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Combine the enchilada sauce and drained beans with the beef mixture, stirring everything together well.
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Spread 4 cups of Fritos evenly in the dish, sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese, and pour the meat mixture over that. Finish with the rest of the cheese.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes until it's bubbly and heated through. Once done, sprinkle the top with Fritos.
# Notes:
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Let it cool down for a few minutes before digging in.
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Top it off with ingredients like sour cream, chopped green onions, or guacamole.
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For a crispy topping, keep some Fritos aside and add after baking.