Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  1            package  instant mashed potatoes -- 6.6oz
  1              pound  ground beef
  1             medium  onion -- chopped
  14 1/2        ounces  canned diced tomatoes -- undrained
  11            ounces  mexicaorn -- drained
  2 1/4         ounces  sliced olives -- drained
  1           envelope  taco seasoning
  1 1/2      teaspoons  chili powder
     1/2      teaspoon  salt
     1/8      teaspoon  garlic powder
  1                cup  cheddar cheese -- shredded & divided

Preparation:

1. Prepare mashed potatoes according to directions. Meanwhile in a large skillet cook beef and onions until the meat in browned; darin. 2. Add tomatoes, corn, olives, taco seasoning, chili powder, salt and garlic powder. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a greased 2 1/2 quart baking dish. 3. Top with 3/4 cup cheese. Spread mashed potatoes over the top; sprinkle with remaining cheese. 4. Bake uncovred at 350F for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and heated through. Notes: 4 1/2 cups read mashed potatoes can be substituted for the instant.

Nutritional Information:

320 Calories (kcal); 26g Total Fat; (75% calories from fat); 18g Protein; 2g Carbohydrate; 84mg Cholesterol; 353mg Sodium