I was looking for a way to eat more red chile so I pulled out the good old Frito Pie. Meat and beans in a chile sauce ladled over Fritos® then topped with cheese, lettuce, tomato, avocado, jalapenos, what have you! Enjoy this bowl full of yum watching the big game or snuggled up taking in a movie.
Frito Pie
1 lb ground turkey
1/2t salt
1 can pinto beans, drained
Fritos®
optional toppings
sharp cheddar
lettuce
tomato
onion or green onion
avocado
jalapeno
In large skillet, fry 1 lb ground turkey with 1/2t salt. Drain excess fat.
Add 14oz. can pinto beans (drained) and 3c of red chile sauce.
Simmer for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
To Serve
In a bowl, add a handful of Fritos ® top with 1c of meat mixture and the toppings on your choice.
