*Lia's Mexican Taco Pie* *Ingredients:* - 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey, chicken, or beans for a vegetarian option) - 1 packet of taco seasoning - 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed - 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack work well) - 1 can (16 oz) refried beans - 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup diced onion - 1/4 cup diced bell pepper - 1 egg, beaten - 1 tablespoon olive oil *Instructions:* 1. *Preheat oven:* Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). 2. *Cook the ground beef:* In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. Drain excess fat and add taco seasoning according to package instructions. 3. *Prepare the crust:* In a bowl, mix together crushed tortilla chips and a pinch of salt. 4. *Assemble the pie:* In a 9-inch pie dish, press the tortilla chip mixture into the bottom and up the sides to form the crust. 5. *Layer the filling:* Spread the refried beans over the crust, followed by the cooked ground beef, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, diced onion, and diced bell pepper. 6. *Top with cheese:* Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of the pie. 7. *Bake:* Bake the pie for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. 8. *Serve:* Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro, diced tomatoes, or sour cream, if desired. *Lia's Tips:* - Use store-bought taco seasoning for convenience, or make your own blend with chili powder, cumin, and paprika. - Customize the filling with your favorite taco toppings, such as diced jalapeños or sliced black olives. - Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for extra flavor! Enjoy Lia's delicious Mexican Taco Pie!