Taco Noodle Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked wide egg noodles
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
• 1 envelope taco seasoning
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
• 1/3 cup sliced ripe olives, drained
• 1/2 cup taco sauce
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Description

1. Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce, water, green chiles, taco seasoning, onion powder, chili powder and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.
3. Drain noodles; place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Spread with beef mixture; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes.
4. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, olives and taco sauce. Garnish with sour cream.