Turkey Nacho Bake

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 2 cloves garlic , chopped
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce , Optional
• 1 package dry taco seasoning mix , 1 ounce
• 1 can refried beans , 14 ounce
• 1 package tortilla chips , 14.5 ounce
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 can sliced black olives , 4 ounce
• 1 ripe tomato , diced
• 1 bunch green onions , sliced

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. 2

   In a large skillet over medium heat, begin to brown the ground turkey. Stir in garlic, pepper, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1 tablespoon chives. Stir in 1 tablespoon hot sauce. When the turkey is browned, stir in taco seasoning mix according to package instructions.

3. 3

   Pour the beans into a microwave safe bowl, and heat in the microwave until softened. Stir in 1 tablespoon chives and 1 tablespoon hot sauce.

4. 4

   Spread the tortilla chips across the bottom of a baking sheet. Spoon the beans mixture over the chips. Then spread the turkey mixture across the top. Sprinkle cheese, then olives, tomatoes, green onions, and remaining 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes over the top.

5. 5

   Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 15 minutes