Sunday, January 13, 2013

Game Day Beef & Cheddar Nachos


This easy-to-make nacho dish is a Perfect game-day (or any day) food.

Exactly what you're looking for in nachos: chips, ground beef, melty cheese, salsa, and a jalapeño zap.


Ingredients:

·         1/2 pound lean ground beef
·         1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
·         2 cloves garlic, minced
·         1/2 cup salsa
·         7 to 8 cups (7 oz.) sturdy tortilla chips
·         1-3/4 cups (7 oz.)  Traditional Cut Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided

Optional toppings: diced ripe avocado, sliced pickled jalapeno peppers, chopped cilantro and additional salsa


Preparation:

1.      Cook and stir meat with bell pepper and garlic in large skillet over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in salsa; simmer 5 minutes.

2.      Arrange tortilla chips in single layer on foil-lined 12-inch pizza pan or large rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle 1 cup cheese over chips. Spoon meat mixture over chips; top with remaining cheese.

3.      Bake in a preheated 375°F oven 12 to 14 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Top as desired.

Happy Cooking
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