Ingredients
- 2 heads iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large tomatoes, diced
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 party-size bag Doritos, crushed
- 2 family-size bottles Catalina dressing
- Salt & pepper or taco seasoning (to taste)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown the ground beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 2 pounds of ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Season the beef with salt and pepper or your preferred taco seasoning. Cook until the beef is fully browned and no longer pink—about 7 to 10 minutes. Once done, drain off the excess grease in a safe container and allow the beef to cool slightly.
- Prepare the vegetables: While the beef cooks, chop your 2 heads of iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Dice the 2 large tomatoes carefully, ensuring they’re fresh and juicy for the salad.
- Combine the salad: In a large mixing bowl or roasting pan, add the chopped lettuce, cooked ground beef, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese. Pour in the entire party-size bag of crushed Doritos to bring that iconic crunch and flavor to the salad.
- Add the Catalina dressing: Just before serving, generously drizzle the 2 family-size bottles of Catalina dressing over the salad. This keeps the Doritos crispy and the salad fresh.
- Toss and serve: Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly coated with dressing. Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect mix of textures—the crisp lettuce, crunchy Doritos, creamy cheese, and savory beef.