Beef Nachos

 

Epic Beef Nachos Supreme 🌮🔥

These loaded nachos are packed with flavorful seasoned beef, gooey cheese, and all your favorite toppings for the ultimate snack or meal!

Ingredients:

For the Beef:

1 pound ground beef

1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ¼ tsp paprika, ¼ tsp salt)

½ cup water

1 can (15 oz) refried beans (optional for extra heartiness)

For the Nachos:

1 large bag tortilla chips

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar & Monterey Jack)

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup nacho cheese sauce (optional)

Toppings:

1 cup diced tomatoes

½ cup diced red onion

½ cup sliced black olives

½ cup pickled jalapeños

1 avocado, diced (or guacamole)

½ cup sour cream

¼ cup chopped cilantro

Salsa & hot sauce (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat. Add taco seasoning and water, simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Stir in refried beans (if using) and set aside.

2. Assemble the Nachos: Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread tortilla chips on a large baking sheet. Layer with half of the shredded cheese, then add the seasoned beef, and top with remaining cheese.

3. Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

4. Add Toppings: Remove from oven and drizzle with nacho cheese sauce (if using). Top with tomatoes, onions, olives, jalapeños, avocado, and cilantro.

5. Serve: Drizzle with sour cream and serve with salsa and hot sauce on the side.

Enjoy these Epic Beef Nachos Supreme as the perfect party snack or game-day favorite! 😋