Deep-Dish Taco Squares

Jody Bolen
Ashland, OH

Full of flavor, but not too hot & spicy.

2 c. biscuit baking mix

1/2 c. water

1 lb. ground beef

1 green pepper, chopped

1 onion, chopped

1/8 t. garlic powder

8-oz. can tomato sauce

1-1/4 oz. pkg. taco seasoning mix

1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

1 c. sour cream

1/3 c. mayonnaise-type salad dressing

1/4 t. paprika

Garnish: sour cream, chopped tomatoes, chopped lettuce, chopped onion

Mix biscuit baking mix and water; spread in lightly greased 13"x9" baking pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 9 minutes; remove from oven and set aside. Brown together ground beef, green pepper, onion and garlic powder; drain and stir in tomato sauce and taco seasoning. Spread mixture over crust. Stir together cheese, sour cream and salad dressing; spoon over beef mixture and sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 375 degrees for an additional 25 minutes. Cut into squares; garnish with sour cream, tomatoes, lettuce and onion. Makes 12 to 15 servings.

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