Beef and Bean Nachos
with lettuce / tomatoes / jalapenos
If you're hosting friends and family for this weekend's Super Bowl, we've got you covered! Assemble these zesty, cheesy nachos ahead and they'll be ready to eat after just a few minutes in the oven. Not a sports fan? No problem! A warm tray of nachos is a crowd-pleasing dinner any night.
Ingredients
- Chili powder - 1 Tbsp
- Cumin - 2 tsp
- Garlic powder - 1 tsp
- Salt - 3/4 tsp
- Oregano - 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper - 1/4 tsp
- Cheese, cheddar - 6 oz , shredded (look for pre-shredded to save time; sub Mexican blend)
- Lettuce, romaine - 2 hearts , shredded
- Tomatoes, medium - 2 , chopped
- Green onions - 2 stalks , chopped, green and white parts combined
- Beans, pinto (14 oz / 397 g) - 1 can , drained and rinsed
- Tortilla chips - 6 oz
- Oil, cooking - 1 Tbsp
- Beef, ground and lean - 1 lb
- Jalapenos, pickled (opt) - 1/3 cup (sliced)
- Salsa, store-bought (opt) - for serving
- Sour cream (opt) - for serving
Prep
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Make spice mix - (If prepping right before cooking, get oven heating first.) Combine chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Store in an airtight container. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
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Cheese - Shred cheese if not pre-shredded. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
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Lettuce / Tomatoes / Green onions - Prep as directed.
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Beans - Drain and rinse.
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Make
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Heat oven to 400F / 204C degrees.
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Spread tortilla chips evenly on a baking sheet, overlapping them slightly to minimize gaps.
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Heat a large skillet with cooking oil over medium heat. Add ground beef to heated oil and saute until browned and cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes.
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Add pinto beans and spice mix to the skillet and stir to coat beef and beans in spices. Continue cooking until just warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
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Spread beef and beans over tortilla chips. Top with jalapeno slices (if using) and cheese.
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Transfer to the oven and bake until cheese is melted and bubbly and chip edges are golden brown, 6-8 minutes (watch them carefully to prevent burning).
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When nachos are finished baking, remove from oven and top with chopped tomatoes, lettuce, and green onions.
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Serve nachos with salsa and sour cream, if desired. Enjoy!
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