Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 loaf French bread
  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix (from 1-oz package)
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 can (16 oz) Old El Paso™ refried beans
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (6 oz)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 tomato, chopped

Instruction

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Line large cookie sheet with foil. Cut bread in half lengthwise, then in half crosswise. Place on cookie sheet, cut sides up. Place in oven to lightly toast, about 5 minutes.
  • In 6-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat until brown, stirring frequently; drain. Add taco seasoning mix and water; cook until thickened.
  • Spread refried beans over toasted bread. Top with beef mixture, bell pepper, onion and cheese. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with lettuce and tomato.