Taco Salad

MEAT MIXTURE:  In a large skillet, cook 2 lbs. ground beef over medium heat and drain.  Stir in 2 envelopes taco seasoning MINUS 2 T. FOR DRESSING BELOW.

DRESSING:  In a small bowl, combine the following:

·         2 bottles (8 ounces) Thousand Island salad dressing

·         4 T. taco sauce (I made it without this.)

·         2 T. taco seasoning

TOPPINGS:

·         2 cans (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained

·         2 pkgs. (7½ ounces) tortilla chips, crushed

·         2 med. heads iceberg lettuce, torn

·         8 med. tomatoes, diced

·         4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

·         2 bunches onion, chopped (I used green onion)

·         Salsa

·         Sour Cream

Optional:

·         Olives

·         Avocado