My beef nachos recipe is quite the tasty topper for tortilla chips. Chili powder and sassy salsa season a zesty mixture of ground beef and refried beans that’s sprinkled with green onions, tomatoes and ripe olives.
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag of tortilla chips
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup canned black beans
- 1/2 cup canned corn
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: salsa, sour cream, avocado, cilantro
1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chopped onions and bell peppers to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
4. Add the ground beef to the pan and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
5. Once the beef is browned, add the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the pan and stir to coat the meat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. In a separate pan, heat the black beans and corn over medium-high heat until warmed through.
7. On a large baking sheet, spread out the tortilla chips in an even layer.
8. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the tortilla chips.
9. Spoon the beef mixture over the cheese and chips, spreading it out evenly.
10. Top the beef with the warmed black beans and corn.
11. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top of the nachos.
12. Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
13. Once done, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
14. Top with your desired toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro.
15. Serve and enjoy your delicious Blue-Ribbon Beef Nachos!