Reviewed: Oct. 13, 2010

This is an awesome recepie. I've made these before reading it, but we usually use chips instead of the noodles. i also set everthing apart so ppl can build their own. it makes a great pot luck meal. u can easily make it vegetarian by subst. vegie burger crumbles with taco seasoning for the burger. chili beans r also good, mexi corn, salsa, green chilis. this is usually my go to meal when i'm runing low on staples, bc anything works really.

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mrazikti1

Reviewed: Jan. 19, 2010

I left out the corn and added more ground beef and beans. I substitued maccaroni for broken natcho chips. I also used fresh tomatoes and a package of taco seasoning instead of the garlic........came out better than the first time when I followed the recipe exactly. Just some ideas for substitutions :)

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5lilblessings

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Providence, Rhode Island, USA

Living In: Harrison, Arkansas, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 9, 2010

this came out really disappointing for us. I would not make it again. we did use a different kind of noodles but I dont think it would make a difference.

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Sarah

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Aug. 28, 2009

This recipe wasn't bad. This is the type of stuff I cook when I'm down to the bare essentials in my pantry and need to go grocery shopping. It's the only time I would cook this. I added a can of green chilies, cumin, and chilli powder. Not my husband'S favorite type of meal, but he ate this and didn't complain. I think it's a pretty good recipe.

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emakitra

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Jul. 30, 2009

This was good for a quick easy meal, and tasted a lot like an old stand-by my mom used to make. I used Italian-style stewed tomatoes which added some extra flavor, I think.

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MANOMES

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

Living In: Santa Clarita, California, USA

Reviewed: Jul. 16, 2009

This is a good basic recipe. I've made it several times and played with the seasonings. The best I've come up with yet is to add a packet of taco seasoning to replace the salt, pepper, and part of the garlic powder. Really good. With that change I'm upgrading this recipe from three to four stars.

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LJOY

Reviewed: Jun. 16, 2009

This is a great starter recipe. I appreciated the suggestions of reviewers. Here's what I did: used a whole chopped onion and 2 large cloves of minced garlic which cooked while browning the meat; used drained great northern beans (that's what I had) along with the diced tomatoes and corn, sprinkled very generously with sea salt, pepper and chili powder, let that simmer for about 5 minutes, then added about 1/2 pound of cooked elbow macaroni. Finally added 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar but no sour cream. It made a lot so I don't have to cook tomorrow night. This is fast and very tasty. Thanks!!

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Anna Mae

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Poughkeepsie, New York, USA

Living In: Highland, New York, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 8, 2009

We all liked it, very quick. It was not out of this world. But for speed this sure did the trick for a budget friendly fast meal. I may try it again and spice it up a bit. Thanks for fast/good receipe

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Sherry

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Merritt Island, Florida, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 4, 2008

I would've given this recipe 4 1/2 stars, but gave 5 instead to up the rating on this yummy meal. It was super easy, super quick, and tasty. I added 1 onion to the meat. Seasoned with worceshtire sauce, tabasco, chilli powder, cumin, and cayenne in addition to the already called for spices. I then added 1/2 jar salsa to the mixture because I wanted it a bit more saucy. I am not a kidney bean fan, but this was delicious. The cheese and sour cream are a must - even for my husband who isn't big on either of them. The whole family loved it, and we will definitely be making this again and again!

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shelly

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Cypress, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Oct. 28, 2008

Simply good. I also did what every else did: I replaced the tomatoes with salsa, added some cumin and chili powder, and added teaspoon of garlic with the meat.

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