Chester's Nachos Recipe
Tortilla chips topped with melted cheese, jalapeños, and served with salsa.
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Ingredients
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Tortilla Chips
Cheese Topping
Toppings
Salsa
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). This will ensure the nachos are perfectly melted and crispy.
- 2
Prepare the Cheese
Grate the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese and combine them in a bowl.
- 3
Slice the Jalapeños
If using fresh jalapeños, slice them into thin rounds. If using pickled jalapeños, you can skip this step.
- 4
Prepare the Baking Tray
Spread tortilla chips evenly on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Assembly
- 5
Layer the Nachos
Sprinkle a generous amount of the cheese mixture over the tortilla chips.
- 6
Add Jalapeños
Evenly distribute the sliced jalapeños over the cheese-covered chips.
Baking
- 7
Bake the Nachos
Place the baking tray in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove the nachos from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with salsa on the side.
