How to Make Sandy's Frito Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Craving a comforting and delicious dish that’s easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd? Look no further than Sandy’s Frito Pie! This classic Tex-Mex dish is a beloved staple in many households, and for good reason. It’s a hearty and flavorful meal that combines the crunch of Fritos corn chips with the savory goodness of chili and cheese, creating a truly irresistible combination.

What makes Sandy’s Frito Pie so special is its versatility – it can be customized to suit your taste ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 (16 ounce) can chili beans
  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) container fresh restaurant-style salsa
  • 1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives
  • 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) bag chili cheese flavored corn chips (such as Fritos®), crushed
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and onion in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  • Stir chili beans, corn, salsa, olives, and taco seasoning into beef mixture and simmer until heated through and flavors blend, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Spread about 2/3 the crushed corn chips into a baking dish and top with the beef mixture. Sprinkle remaining chips over beef.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 25 minutes. Sprinkle with Mexican cheese blend and continue baking until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    577 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 68mg
    • Sodium: 1655mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 264mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 537mg