1 pound ground beef

1 small head lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces (3-4 cups)

1 large tomato, cut in wedges

1 small onion, thinly sliced and separated in rings

1 envelope (1 & 1/4 oz) taco seasoning mix

1/2 cup sliced black olives

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1 can (15 oz) beans (garbanzo or kidney, drained)

Avocado slices

Tortilla chips, coarsely broken

Taco sauce or salsa

Prepare ground beef according to directions on seasoning mix package. In a large salad bowl layer lettuce, meat, olives, cheese, tomato, onion, beans, avocado, and broken tortilla chips. To serve, toss well and top with taco or salsa sauce.

Recipe by Virginia Gioiello

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