Messy Taco Salad

Ingredients

Contains: milk, wheat (auto-detected from the ingredients and method; we can miss things, so check labels)

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 pound shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 (15 ounce) can ranch-style beans
• 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
• 1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning mix
• 16 ounces thousand island dressing
• 14 1/2 ounces tortilla chips

Directions

Method written by CompKitchen from the ingredient list. Not the original author's method, not kitchen-tested.

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up, for about 5 minutes until no pink remains and it reaches 160°F (71°C) in the thickest part.

2. Drain off excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and a splash of water, then simmer 2 minutes until the meat is coated and saucy.

3. While the beef cooks, pour the ranch-style beans into a small saucepan and warm them over medium heat for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Spread the shredded lettuce across a large platter or into a large serving bowl.

5. Scatter the tortilla chips over the lettuce, then spoon on the seasoned beef and the warm beans.

6. Top with the shredded Cheddar cheese while the beef and beans are still hot so it softens slightly.

7. Drizzle the thousand island dressing over the top just before serving. Toss gently or serve as a messy layered salad.