Recipe: Big Mouth Sandwich (using ground beef and refried beans)

BIG MOUTH SANDWICH

1/2 pound lean ground beef
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt or seasoned salt
1 French bread loaf or long loaf
2 California avocados, sliced, divided use
Garlic salt, to taste
1 (8 ounce) can refried beans, heated
Shredded lettuce
1 tomato, sliced
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
taco sauce (optional)

Brown ground beef very thoroughly; drain well. Stir in salt and chili powder; keep hot.

Split French bread in half lengthwise. Lightly toast cut sides under broiler.

Place half the avocado slices on bottom half of bread. Sprinkle with garlic salt if using.

Spread an even layer of beans over avocado, then spoon on browned meat. Cover meat with shredded cheese, then with shredded lettuce. Sprinkle lettuce with taco sauce if using. Cover with a layer of sliced tomato then sprinkle on the chopped onions. Place remaining avocado slices on tomatoes and sprinkle with garlic salt.

Cover with top half of bread; cut into serving sized sandwiches.

SERVING SUGGESTION:
Serve with warm tortilla chips and iced tea or beer.

Makes 6 servings
Source: Big Mouth Sandwiches