Helen's Nachos
Dive into the ultimate party snack with Helen’s Nachos, a crowd-pleasing recipe packed with bold flavors and irresistible textures. Featuring crispy tortilla chips piled high with savory seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and hearty black beans, these nachos are elevated with a medley of vibrant toppings like diced tomatoes, fresh cilantro, zesty jalapeños, and creamy guacamole. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for game nights, casual gatherings, or even a fun dinner option. Whether you're indulging solo or sharing with friends, Helen’s Nachos deliver a deliciously customizable experience that’s sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 10 oz tortilla chips
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup tomatoes (diced)
- 0.25 cup jalapeños (sliced)
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup guacamole
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp green onions (sliced)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks (about 7-8 minutes).
Step 3
Add the taco seasoning and water to the skillet with the beef. Stir well, reduce the heat to medium, and let simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
Step 4
On a large baking sheet or ovenproof platter, arrange an even layer of tortilla chips.
Step 5
Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the chips.
Step 6
Evenly distribute the seasoned ground beef, black beans, and jalapeños over the chips.
Step 7
Top the nachos with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 8
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Step 9
Carefully remove the nachos from the oven and let cool for 2 minutes.
Step 10
Garnish the nachos with diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, fresh cilantro, and sliced green onions.
Step 11
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1586.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4021.6 |
| Total Fat 299.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 112.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 46.5g | |
| Cholesterol 620.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6599.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 205.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.9g | |
| Protein 160.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2241.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2731.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories