Ingredients for 6 servings:
1. 1 lb lean ground beef
2. 1 garlic clove, minced
3. 1 3/4 teaspoons chili powder
4. 1/2 teaspoon salt
5. 28 ounces lettuce, shredded
6. 2 tomatoes, chopped
7. 2 green peppers, chopped
8. 1 cup low-fat sharp cheddar cheese or 1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
9. 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
10. 2 ounces tortilla chips, coarsely broken (aprox 2 cups)
11. 3/4 cup ranch dressing
12. 1 avocado, sliced
13. 1 ounce unbroken tortilla chips, to garnish (12 chips)
Directions:
1. In a nonstick skillet, over medium-high heat, brown ground beef with garlic, chili powder and salt, stirring occasionally (5 minutes); then drain off excess fat.
2. In a large bowl, mix ground beef with lettuce, tomato, green pepper, cheese, olives, tortilla chips, and dressing (mix well).
3. Serve hot or cover and refrigerate.
4. Just before serving, garnish with avocado and tortilla chips.
Enjoy your meal!