RestaurantsTequila Escape -StamfordCalifornia Nachos Recipe

California Nachos Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

black bean puree, monterrey jack cheese, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo

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Ingredients

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Black Bean Puree

Nacho Toppings

Method

Prepare Black Bean Puree

1

Rinse and Drain Beans

Open the can of black beans, and rinse under cold water. Drain well.

2

Blend Ingredients

In a blender or food processor, add the rinsed black beans, garlic, cumin, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. If too thick, add a small amount of water to reach desired consistency.

3

Taste and Adjust

Taste the black bean puree and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed.

Assemble Nachos

4

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

5

Layer Tortilla Chips

Spread a layer of tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet or oven-safe platter.

6

Add Black Bean Puree

Spoon the black bean puree generously over the tortilla chips, ensuring even coverage.

7

Sprinkle Cheese

Sprinkle the Monterrey Jack cheese evenly over the black bean puree.

8

Bake Nachos

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

9

Add Toppings

Once the nachos are out of the oven, add dollops of guacamole and sour cream. Top with pico de gallo.

10

Serve

Serve the California nachos warm, and enjoy with additional toppings as desired.

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