Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsErnie's Midtown PubItalian Nachos Recipe

Italian Nachos Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Tortilla chips topped with mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, and Italian sausage.

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Ingredients

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Tortilla Chips

Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Italian Sausage

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground Italian sausage. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Break it apart with a spatula as it cooks to ensure even browning. Drain any excess fat and set aside.

  2. 2

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the nachos.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Layer the Tortilla Chips

    On a large baking sheet, spread the tortilla chips evenly to form a single layer.

  2. 4

    Add the Sausage

    Sprinkle the cooked Italian sausage evenly over the tortilla chips.

  3. 5

    Add Marinara Sauce

    Pour the marinara sauce over the chips and sausage, ensuring an even distribution.

  4. 6

    Top with Mozzarella

    Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top, covering the chips and sauce generously.

Baking

  1. 7

    Bake the Nachos

    Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serving

  1. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Once out of the oven, sprinkle chopped fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes over the top for added flavor. Serve immediately while hot.

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