Irish Nachos
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Irish Nachos
Description
Irish Nachos start with a layer of hearty kettle-style potato chips arranged on a baking tray. A generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese is evenly spread and topped with cooked crumbled bacon. Baking this until the cheese melts creates a gooey, savory topping that contrasts with the crisp chips. Fresh diced tomato and finely chopped chives add brightness and color once baked. A spoonful of sour cream finishes the dish, balancing the richness with creaminess. Turning the oven rack away from the heating element helps prevent burning or over-browning.
This recipe is suitable as an appetizer or casual snack, offering a rich and layered flavor without complicated preparation. The use of potato chips rather than homemade fries or potatoes simplifies the process and creates a satisfyingly crunchy texture throughout.
To enhance cheesiness, layering chips and cheese alternately can be done for a more even melt among the chips. Care should be taken when sprinkling cheese to avoid it dripping onto the oven floor, which could cause burning and smoke.
Ingredients
- 4 cups potato chips kettle style
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup Bacon cooked crumbled
- 1/4 cup chives finely chopped
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup diced tomato
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- Place the chips on a sheet pan or in a pie plate.
- Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the chips, then add the bacon on top of the cheese.
- Bake for approximately 5 minutes or until cheese is melted,
- Top with sour cream, tomato and chives and serve immediately.
Notes
- Keep a distance of at least 3 inches between the nachos and the upper heating element in the oven to prevent burning.
- Layer cheese and chips alternately for a more even cheesiness throughout the dish.
- Avoid letting cheese hang over the pan edges to prevent drips that can burn in the oven.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 475 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 475kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 586mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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