Taco Pie

Serving size: 6
Calories per serving: 436

Ingredients:
1/4 cup butter
2/3 cup milk
1 package taco seasoning mix
2-1/2 cups * instant potato flakes *
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup salsa
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 chopped tomato
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
sour cream, optional


Directions:
Preheat oven to 350oF . In a medium sauce pan, melt butter. Add milk and 2 tablespoon taco seasoning. Remove from heat and add potato flakes until incorporated. Press mixture into the bottom of a 10-inch pan.

Bake for 7-10 minutes until it just BARELY turns golden brown.

In a medium skillet, cook beef and onions until beef is browned and cooked through. Drain. Add Salsa and remaining taco seasoning. Cook until bubbly.

Pour into crust. Bake for 15 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.

Let cool for 5 minutes. Top with cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes. Cut and serve with sour cream.


* You can also use left over mashed potatoes and omit the butter and milk