Description
These Ultimate Nachos combine seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, crispy tortilla chips, and a gooey mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Topped with fresh and pickled ingredients like jalapenos, tomatoes, onions, avocado, sour cream, and cilantro, they create the perfect balance of flavors and textures for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Beans
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 (16-ounce/454g) can refried beans
- ¼ cup water (divided: ¼ cup for beans, ¼ cup for beef seasoning)
Main Ingredients
- 1 (13-ounce/368g) bag tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheese (mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
Toppings
- ¼ cup pickled jalapenos
- 3 roma tomatoes, diced
- ½ cup diced red onion
- 1 avocado, diced
- â…“ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat to prevent sogginess.
- Season the Beef: Add the taco seasoning and ¼ cup water to the cooked beef. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes until the beef is well-seasoned and flavorful.
- Heat the Refried Beans: In a small saucepan, combine the refried beans with ¼ cup water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until smooth and warmed through.
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the nachos.
- Assemble the Nachos: On a large baking sheet, spread out the tortilla chips evenly. Layer the seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and shredded cheese evenly on top of the chips.
- Bake the Nachos: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Add Pickled Jalapenos: Remove the nachos from the oven and immediately sprinkle the pickled jalapenos over the top for a tangy kick.
- Top with Fresh Ingredients: Add diced tomatoes, red onion, avocado, sour cream, and chopped cilantro to the nachos for a fresh and creamy finish.
- Serve: Serve the nachos immediately to enjoy the perfect combination of hot melted cheese and fresh toppings.
Notes
- Use a sturdy baking sheet to avoid chips breaking during assembly and baking.
- Drain excess fat from the beef thoroughly to keep nachos crispy.
- Mix your favorite cheese blends for personalized flavor variations.
- For extra heat, add fresh jalapenos or a dash of hot sauce before serving.
- These nachos are best served hot, so plan to serve immediately after baking.
