Mexican Mess

This is a highly versatile, customizable recipe. I think the thing that makes it different than most of the Mexican recipes I've seen or made is that it uses taco sauce instead of salsa. I like salsa, but it is more runny than taco sauce and often changes the consistency of the final product.
Although the original recipe called for them, I have never made this with refried beans, only with black beans, so I would suggest adding some flavoring like onion powder, salt  & oregano or whatever you like if you're using canned beans.

Customizable Mexican Mess

1 can of beans - refried, black, pinto, whatever you like
seasoning for canned beans, if desired
1/2-1 pound ground beef, browned and drained
1 can green chilies, optional
1-3 c. shredded cheese, depending on how much you like
1 bottle taco sauce

You can cook this in the oven (in a 9x13 pan), in a slow cooker or in the skillet. Layer the ingredients in the order listed. Cook one of the following ways:

• Bake at 400 for 15-30 min.
• Slow cook on high for 2-3 hours, or on low for about 4 hours, or until warmed through.
• Heat with a lid on the skillet over med-low heat until warmed through.

Serve with sour cream, guacamole, etc, if desired. Eat with tortilla chips.