Frito Chili Pie
You'll love the versatility of Frito Chili Pie! Spoon over corn chips, serve in a casserole, or take it on-the-go as a school lunch served in a chip baggie.
Servings: 8
Calories: 535kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2/3 cup chopped celery
- 2/3 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 12 ounces tomato paste
- 1 cup water
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- dash hot sauce
- corn chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, brown the ground beef, onion, celery and pepper until the beef is completely cooked. Drain off the fat.
- Add the tomato paste, water and seasonings. Stir the mixture and allow it to reheat to a very low boil.
- Cover the pan, reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
- Serve over corn chips and sprinkle the top with cheddar cheese.
- To serve as a casserole: Spread a layer of corn chips in a 9x13 pan. Spoon the beef sauce overtop the corn chips. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil on low for 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
- To serve with chip bags: Open a single-serving corn chip bag. Add the beef sauce and cheese. Use a spoon to mix well and serve immediately.
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Nutrition
Calories: 535kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 959mg | Potassium: 759mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1165IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 311mg | Iron: 3.4mg