Instructions:

Taco Casserole

3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese
10 ounces salsa
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 envelope taco seasoning
2 cups nacho tortilla chips, crushed

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Meanwhile, in large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the cheese, salsa, tomatoes and taco seasoning. Drain pasta; stir into the beef mixture.

Transfer to a greased 11 x 7-inch baking dish. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes.

Uncover; sprinkle with crushed chips. Bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through.

Yields 7 servings.