Cheesy Beef Nachos: The Ultimate Comfort Food Delight

Cheesy Beef Nachos are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for gatherings and easy to customize.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef

1 pound Ground beef lean ground turkey can be a healthier substitute
1 packet Taco seasoning feel free to use homemade seasoning for more flavor
to taste Salt adjust to taste depending on your preference
to taste Pepper use freshly cracked for better flavor

For the Nacho Base

10 ounces Tortilla chips choose thick chips for better sturdiness
1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack can add extra dimension
1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese melts beautifully to create that gooey texture

For the Fresh Toppings

1 cup Diced tomatoes use cherry tomatoes for a sweeter flavor
½ cup Black olives pitted green olives can be a delightful alternative
to taste Jalapeños (optional) pickled jalapeños are an easy way to add flavor without the heat
¼ cup Fresh cilantro parsley can work if you're not a cilantro fan

For the Finish

½ cup Sour cream Greek yogurt is a healthy substitute
¼ cup Green onions chives can also be a nice alternative for a milder flavor

Equipment

large skillet
Baking Sheet
Oven

Method

Cooking Steps

Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add ground beef. Break it apart as it cooks, seasoning it with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir occasionally until fully browned, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and remove from heat.
Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Allow it to preheat while you prepare the baking sheet and tortilla chips.
Prepare the Baking Sheet: Spread out tortilla chips on a large baking sheet in an even layer.
Add the Beef and Cheese: Evenly distribute cooked ground beef over the chips. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese over the beef.
Bake the Nachos: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Add Fresh Toppings: Top baked nachos with diced tomatoes, black olives, and jalapeños if desired. Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top.
Finish with Cream and Green Onions: Drizzle with sour cream and sprinkle chopped green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients and do not overcrowd the chips with toppings for best results.

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