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Ingredients
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Meat
Cheese
Toppings
Method
Cooking the Meat
- 1
Brown the Ground Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook for about 7-10 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until fully cooked and no longer pink.
- 2
Drain Excess Fat
Once the beef is cooked, drain any excess fat from the skillet and return to medium heat.
Preparing the Cheese
- 3
Melt the Queso
In a separate saucepan over low heat, add the queso cheese. Stir occasionally until it’s fully melted and smooth.
- 4
Mix in Cheddar Cheese
Once the queso is melted, stir in the cheddar cheese until it is also melted and combined with the queso.
Assembling the Nachos
- 5
Layer the Tortilla Chips
On a large serving platter or baking sheet, spread out the tortilla chips evenly.
- 6
Add the Beef
Evenly distribute the cooked ground beef over the tortilla chips.
- 7
Pour the Cheese Sauce
Drizzle the melted cheese mixture over the beef and chips, ensuring coverage.
- 8
Add Toppings
Top the nachos with sour cream, sliced jalapeños, and chopped green onions as desired.
Serving
- 9
Serve Immediately
Serve the nachos warm, and enjoy with your favorite dipping sauces!