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Here’s a recipe to recreate a similar dish:
Ingredients:
- 1 bag of tortilla chips
- 1 cup cooked ground beef or shredded chicken
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Sour cream for topping
- Guacamole for topping
- Salsa for topping
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
For the Nacho Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Spicy Cream Sauce:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce or to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Prepare the Cheese Sauce:
- In a small pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk and continue cooking, whisking constantly until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the Spicy Cream Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix together sour cream, hot sauce, lime juice, and salt. Adjust the seasoning and hot sauce to taste.
- Assemble the Nachos:
- On a large ovenproof platter or baking sheet, spread out tortilla chips.
- Evenly distribute the cooked meat, black beans, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and red onions over the chips.
- Drizzle with the prepared nacho cheese sauce and sprinkle both shredded cheeses over the top.
- Bake the Nachos:
- Place in the oven and bake for 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Add Toppings:
- Remove from the oven and add dollops of sour cream, guacamole, and drizzle with the spicy cream sauce.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Tips:
- Variations: Feel free to add other toppings like sliced black olives, corn, or even pineapple for a sweet touch.
- Serving: Best served immediately while warm and crispy.
These nachos are perfect for a party or as a hearty snack during game days. Enjoy your delicious homemade loaded nachos!
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