Sean's Nachos Recipe
A heaping basket of tortilla chips or beer battered fries topped with beef chili, Rotel cheese, sour cream, jalapeños, and pico de gallo.
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Ingredients
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Base
Chili
Cheese Sauce
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Chili
- 1
Cook the Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, stirring occasionally, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Add Ingredients
Once the beef is browned, drain excess fat. Add kidney beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- 3
Simmer
Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Preparation of Cheese Sauce
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine Rotel diced tomatoes, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- 5
Melt and Stir
Cook while stirring until the cheeses are fully melted and the mixture is smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
Assembling Nachos
- 6
Layer the Base
On a large serving platter, spread the tortilla chips or beer battered fries evenly.
- 7
Add Chili
Spoon the beef chili mixture evenly over the chips or fries.
- 8
Add Cheese Sauce
Pour the cheese sauce over the chili layer, ensuring an even distribution.
- 9
Finish with Toppings
Top with sour cream, sliced jalapeños, and pico de gallo.