Southwest Meatball Supper

Directions

In 10 inch skillet, over medium high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil; add onion and chili powder;cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until onion is tender and well coated with chili powder.

Remove from heat; let cool slightly.

Spoon onion into large bowl;wipe out skillet.

Add ground beef, bread crumbs, egg and salt to onion in bowl;using hands or wooden spoon, blend well.

Shape mixture into 1inch balls.

To skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons. oil; heat over medium high heat.

Add meatballs;cook about 12 minutes until well browned on all sides and cooked through.

Stir in taco sauce and tomato;bring to boil.

Reduce heat to low;simmer 5 minutes to blend flavors.

To serve: Arrange bed of shredded lettuce over platter.

Spoon meatball mixture over lettuce; sprinkle with cheese, if desired.

Garnish with avocado slices and basil spring, if desired;serve with taco chips.