Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/2 pound lean ground beef
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (, minced)
  • 1 rib celery (, diced)
  • 1/2 yellow onion (, diced)
  • 14.5 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 16 ounce can chili beans (, partially drained)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 romaine heart (, finely chopped)
  • 1 large tomato (, diced)
  • 1 avocado (, peeled, seeded and chopped)
  • 1 small can sliced olives (, optional)
  • sour cream (, for topping)
  • salsa (, for topping)
  • 5 (1 oz bags) Fritos corn chips (, or Doritos)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instruction

  • Combine all of the taco seasoning spices in a small bowl and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. 
  • Add the chopped onion and celery and cook until meat is browned, breaking it into small pieces. Remove grease. Add minced garlic. Add crushed tomatoes, chili beans, and taco seasoning. 
  • Stir and bring to a simmer. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
  • Open bags of Fritos chips. Add a ladle-full of chili mixture, and top with a handful of chopped lettuce, shredded cheese, tomatoes, avocados, olives, and a spoonful of sour cream and salsa. Enjoy!