Chili Weekend

By North Star



1 1/2 ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
1 can (10 oz.) tomatoes and green chilies
2 cans (15 1/2 oz.) chili beans in gravy
1 can (10 3/4 oz.) condensed mushroom soup
1 3/4 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 pkg. (12 oz.) corn chips
2 teaspoon chili powder, optional

In colander, cook beef and onion for 6-9 minutes, covered, on High power (100%). Place drained hamburger into 3 quart casserole. Add tomatoes, soup and beans. Simmer for 3-5 minutes on High power (100%), uncovered. In large rectangular casserole layer meat mixture, cheese and chips. Repeat, ending with chips. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes on Medium power (50%).