- Judith Akatugba
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The key to the finest nachos ever is to fry your own tortilla chips! Top your homemade chips with plenty of seasoned taco beef and two varieties of melted cheese for the ultimate nacho experience. Add some fresh tomato, jalapeño, and cilantro on top to finish the dish in true Guaranteed Delicious fashion and take your taste buds on a trip. You’ll elevate an already delicious snack to a spectacular level.
Cheesy Nachos with Homemade Tortilla Chips are a great choice for game day gatherings, TV night, or midnight cravings, and they make a tasty side dish to serve alongside burritos, burgers, wings, or tacos. They’re fabulous party food as well. Serve the hot cheese-topped nachos surrounded by bowls of popular toppings and sauces. Your guests will enjoy adding their favorite toppings.
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Ingredients:
For the Nachos
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 (1-ounce) package taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 Roma tomato, diced
- 1 jalapeño, cut into slices
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream for topping (optional)
- Guacamole for topping (optional)
For the Homemade Tortilla Chips
- Oil for frying
- 8 large corn tortillas
- Salt
Directions:
To make the tortilla chips
- line a large plate with paper towels. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. Stack the tortillas and cut them into 6 pieces (you should have 48 total). Add the tortilla pieces to the hot oil and fry until they start to puff. Transfer the tortilla chips to the paper-towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt, to taste. Set aside.
To make the nachos
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, heat the vegetable oil. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 1 minute. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the taco seasoning and stir to combine. Taste and add more salt if needed.
- Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Place the tortilla chips in a single layer onto the baking sheet. Top with the taco beef mixture and sprinkle with the cheddar and Monterey jack cheeses.
- Bake until the cheese melts, 5 to 6 minutes.
- Top with the tomato, jalapeño and cilantro. Serve with sour cream and guacamole, if desired.
