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Ground Beef Nachos Recipe

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A flavorful and satisfying recipe for Ground Beef Nachos layered with spicy jalapeno refried beans, seasoned ground beef, melted pepper jack and sharp cheddar cheeses, topped with jalapeno peppers, and finished with a tangy sour cream lime drizzle and fresh cilantro garnish.

Ingredients

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Meat and Seasoning

  • 16 ounces ground beef
  • 1 ounce packet taco seasoning

Beans and Chips

  • 16 ounces spicy jalapeno refried beans (canned)
  • 16 ounces tortilla chips

Cheese and Toppings

  • 1 1/2 cups grated pepper jack cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • Jarred jalapeno peppers (to taste)
  • 1 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
  • Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and fat is rendered, about 5 minutes. Spoon out and discard any fat from the pan.
  2. Season the Beef: Add the taco seasoning and about ¼ cup of water to the beef. Stir and heat on medium until the water evaporates. Remove the seasoned beef to a bowl.
  3. Heat the Beans: In the same pan, add the refried beans and warm them until just heated through, allowing them to loosen up.
  4. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
  5. Assemble Nachos – First Layer: On a large oval ovenproof platter or baking dish, spread a layer of tortilla chips. Top with half of the warmed beans, half of the beef mixture, half of the cheese blend, and jalapeno peppers.
  6. Assemble Nachos – Second Layer: Repeat with a second layer of chips, beans, beef, cheese, and jalapenos to build a stacked nacho dish.
  7. Bake Nachos: Place the assembled nachos in the oven and bake for 8 minutes, or until the cheeses are melted and the dish is hot throughout. Remove from oven.
  8. Prepare Sour Cream Drizzle: Whisk together the sour cream, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
  9. Serve: Drizzle the sour cream mixture over the hot nachos, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add additional fresh jalapenos or hot sauce before baking.
  • Use Mexican crema instead of sour cream for a tangier flavor.
  • Refried beans can be replaced with black beans or pinto beans for variation.
  • To keep chips crispier, bake just until cheese melts to avoid sogginess.
  • Leftover nachos can be reheated in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes.

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