Ground Beef Taco Casserole

I am a wife, mother, and grandmother. I love to cook. I have Multiple Sclerosis. I am also known as the Snack Lady at Vacation Bible School.

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for the baking dish

1 pound lean ground beef

1 medium white or yellow onion, diced

1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 tablespoon chili powder

2 teaspoons ground cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

15 ounces tomato salsa

1 ½ cups shredded mild cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, divided

1 cup chopped romaine lettuce

1 medium tomato, diced

Greek yogurt or sour cream, for serving

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