Frito Pie Taco Bake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and spray well with cooking spray.
2. 2
   Add onions, peppers and ground beef to the pan and saute for 5-7 minutes until the beef in browned and the vegetables have softened. Use the spoon to break up the ground beef and stir everything periodically.
3. 3
   Drain the grease.
4. 4
   Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, tomato sauce, water and beans and stir well to combine.
5. 5
   Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 10 minutes stirring often.
6. 6
   Transfer to a deep dish pie plate or a 9 x 9 inch baking pan.
7. 7
   Sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar.
8. 8
   Top with Fritos and then sprinkle on the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar.
9. 9
   Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with chopped scallions and serve immediately.