Ingredients:
1 (28 ounce) packages o’brien frozen hash browns with onions and peppers, thawed, divided
1 1/2 lbs ground beef or 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken
1 1/2 cups salsa
2/3 cup water
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning mix
2/3 cup water
2 1/2 cups shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
cooking spray
Directions:
In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef.
Drain and return to skillet.
Add taco seasoning and water.
Stir until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes; add salsa, mixing well.
With cooking spray, coat a 8 x 11-inch dish.
Spread half of potatoes evenly over bottom of dish.
Then spread half of ground beef mixture over potatoes.
Sprinkle with half of the cheese.
Repeat layers ending with cheese.
Bake at 350 F for about 25 to 30, or until cheese is a nice golden brown.
Servings: 6
Time preparation: 5 min.
Time total: 40 min.