Taco Appetizer

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Taco Appetizer:

1 lb. Ground Beef

1 Onion, Chopped

2 Cloves Garlic, Finely Chopped

1 Cup Water

1/2 Cup Ortega Thick & Smooth Taco Sauce

1-(4-oz.) Can Ortega Diced Green Chiles

1-(2.25-oz.) Can Sliced Black Olives, Drained, Divided

Sliced Jalapenos To Taste-(Opt.)

1 Pkg. Ortega Taco Seasoning Mix

1-(4.5-oz.) Pkg. Ortega Taco Shells-(12 Ct.), Broken

2 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Divided

1/4 Cup Chopped Tomatoes

1/8 Cup Sliced Green Onions

Preheat Oven To 375 Degrees.

Cook Ground Beef, Onion & Garlic Until Ground Beef Is Browned; Drain.

Stir In Water, Taco Sauce, Chiles, 1/4 Cup Sliced Black Olives, Sliced Jalapenos and Taco Seasoning Mix.

Cook Over Low Heat For 3-4 Minutes.

Layer half of broken Taco Shells on bottom of greased 12 x 8-in. baking dish.

Cover with half of meat sauce, sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.

Repeat with remaining Taco Shells, Meat Sauce and Cheese.

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Top with remaining Black Olives, Tomatoes, Sliced Jalapenos and Green Onions.