Dorito Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey or ground beef
• ½ onion or 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, mashed
• ½ tablespoon chili powder
• ½ tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 (15-oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup uncooked rice or 3 cups cooked rice
• 2 cups water (if using uncooked rice)

To Serve

• Crushed Doritos or Fritos
• Shredded cheese
• Chopped green onions
• Shredded lettuce
• Chopped black and green olives

Instructions

1. In a large skillet or pot over medium heat, brown the ground turkey or beef, breaking it up as it cooks.
2. Add the onion (or shallot) and garlic and cook until softened and fragrant.
3. Stir in the chili powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
4. Add the tomato paste and tomato sauce, mixing well to combine.
5. If using uncooked rice, add the rice and water. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
6. If using cooked rice, stir it in and simmer for 10–15 minutes, until heated through and flavors are well blended.
7. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestion

• Spoon the taco casserole over crushed Doritos or Fritos.
• Top with shredded cheese and finish with green onions, lettuce, and olives.