Nachos Recipe

Mexican-American · Main course · 25 min total

Crispy tortilla chips loaded with melted cheese, savory toppings, and fresh garnishes, perfect for sharing as a snack or casual meal.

Ingredients

• 1 (13 oz) bag tortilla chips
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 cup cooked and seasoned ground beef (or black beans for vegetarian)
• 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup canned corn kernels, drained
• 1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapeños
• 1/2 cup pico de gallo or salsa
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup guacamole
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Spread tortilla chips in a single layer on the baking sheet. Sprinkle half of the cheese evenly over chips.
3. Distribute ground beef, black beans, corn, and jalapeños over the chips. Top with remaining cheese.
4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from oven.
5. Dollop pico de gallo, sour cream, and guacamole over the hot nachos. Sprinkle with cilantro.
6. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Tips

• For extra crunch, use restaurant-style thick tortilla chips.
• Customize with toppings like diced tomatoes, sliced olives, or shredded lettuce.
• If making ahead, bake without fresh toppings, then add them just before serving.

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