Spicy Beef And Bean Nachos Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
• STEP 3.Add the onions and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
• STEP 4.Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, and salt. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
• STEP 5.Add the black beans and tomato sauce to the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes, until heated through.
• STEP 6.Arrange the tortilla chips on a baking sheet. Spoon the beef and bean mixture over the chips.
• STEP 7.Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of the nachos.
• STEP 8.Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 9.Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, sliced jalapenos, and dollops of sour cream.
• STEP 10.Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef mixture.
• Feel free to customize your nachos with additional toppings like guacamole or salsa.
• To make vegetarian nachos, simply omit the ground beef and double the amount of black beans.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover nachos can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, place the nachos on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, until heated through.
• Serve the nachos as a main dish or as an appetizer for a crowd. They pair well with a side of Mexican rice or a fresh salad.