Easy Tex-Mex Beef Casserole Recipe

• 1 1/2 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 T olive or other oil
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 pkg taco seasoning
• 1/2 C taco sauce or salsa
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1 C sour cream or crema
• 2 C shredded cheese ( I like extra sharp cheddar), divided
• topping: 3/4 C Bisquick
• 3 beaten eggs
• 1 1/2 C milk
• dash Tabasco
• paprika
• optional: cilantro
• pinto or black beans

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