Ultimate Nachos

35 mins
6 servings

Description

A classic Tex-Mex dish with crispy tortilla chips smothered in melted cheese, jalapenos, and savory ground beef.

Ingredients

  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 1 jalapeno pepper
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 0.25 cup cilantro
  • 0.5 cup Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 bag tortilla chips
  • 1 large onion
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can diced tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
  3. Step 3: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent.
  4. Step 4: Add the taco seasoning to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let cook while you prepare the cheese sauce.
  6. Step 6: In a separate saucepan, melt the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over low heat, stirring constantly.
  7. Step 7: Arrange the tortilla chips in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Spoon the beef and cheese sauce over the top of the tortilla chips.
  8. Step 8: Sprinkle the diced jalapeno and chopped cilantro over the top of the nachos.
  9. Step 9: Bake the nachos in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Step 10: Remove the nachos from the oven and top with a dollop of sour cream. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Per serving

649

Calories

34.48g

Protein

37.22g

Fat

44.85g

Carbs

Recipe Details

Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Total Time:35 mins

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