Easy Nachos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
8 serving
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Easy Nachos
Description
This Easy Nachos recipe involves layering tortilla chips on a baking sheet with shredded cheese sprinkled between and over toppings like ground beef, beans, and veggies. Baking melts the cheese until gooey and helps the toppings warm through. The dish is typically served warm, retaining a crisp texture from the chips with pockets of melted cheese and flavorful toppings.
Nachos are ideal for casual snacking or as part of a larger meal with sides such as guacamole, sour cream, or salsa. The recipe encourages flexibility, allowing different protein or vegetarian options and various cheeses to match taste preferences.
Using a silicone mat on the baking sheet aids cleanup by preventing sticking. The recipe supports experimentation with ingredients, making it suitable for various dietary needs or ingredient availability.
Ingredients
- 1 tortilla chips standard size bag
- 1 pound cheddar cheese Monterrey Jack or Colby Jack, shredded, block form, such as cheddar
- Optional Topping Such as:
- ground beef seasoned
- beef Pork or Chicken, shredded
- black bean or pinto beans
- tomato jalapenos or chilies
- corn black olives, avocados
- Use as little or as much as you like of toppings this is a personal choice type of thing!
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or foil.
- Spread chips over cookie sheet.
- Sprinkle half of the grated cheese over the chips.
- Sprinkle toppings over the chips and cheese.
- Sprinkle on remaining cheese.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until cheese is good and melty.
- Serve warm with sides such as guacamole, sour cream or salsa.
Notes
- Nachos are adaptable; choose toppings according to family preferences, substituting or omitting proteins as desired.
- Try different cheeses beyond cheddar, like Monterey Jack or Colby Jack, to vary flavor.
- A silicone baking mat helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- If vegetarian, omit meat and add more vegetable toppings.
- Serve immediately while cheese is melted for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0g | |
| Calories | 447kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 476mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 273mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 620IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 2.9mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 413mg | 41% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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