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Ha Cha Tostada     Print this Recipe

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A colorful, hearty meal that is fun to eat and will keep bellies full until breakfast.  Moms and dads will be happy with the 7/6 Performance Rating - 7 Food Colors and 6 Food Groups make this dish a wonderful, healthy addition to your family's recipe book!

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Preheat

Oven to 375 degrees F

Equipment

Large skillet, glass baking dish, cutting board & knife

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

Number of Servings

4-6 or more depending on ages

Instructions

  1. 3 onions, minced

  2. 3 different colored bell peppers, washed, minced (organic, if possible)

  3. 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped

  4. 2 Tablespoons 100% olive oil, extra virgin

    Combine in skillet over medium heat. Saute until vegetables are slightly tender.
  5. 1 pound ground beef, lean

    Add to vegetables and cook, stirring, until meat is almost cooked through.
  6. 1/2 cup white cheddar cheese, low-fat, cubed or grated

  7. 1 (14.5 oz) can tomato soup, low-sodium (nothing artificial)

    Add cheese and soup to the vegetable/meat mixture. Stir until well blended. Pour into a large baking dish that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Place in oven and bake for 35 minutes.
  8. Tostada Shells

    Heat or toast according to package directions. Serve warm topped with the beef and vegetable mixture.

Options

Replace ground beef with ground chicken or turkey.  Replace tomato soup with salsa.  Add cumin, chili powder, or cilantro before baking for extra flavor and nutrients.  Serve with guacamole, salsa, or sour cream on the side.

Grocery List

  • 3 onions
  • 3 bell peppers (red, green, yellow)
  • mushrooms
  • olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef, lean
  • white cheddar cheese
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can tomato soup, low-sodium (nothing artificial)
  • Tostada shells

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