Macho Nachos
Balance the hot bean-and-cheese-topped chips with cool salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for a party appetizer that is always in demand.
Prep Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
38 mins
Servings:
Makes 12 servings.
Ingredients
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Homemade Tortilla Chips or 4 cups tortilla chips
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1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
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1/2 cup bottled salsa
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2 cups shredded Monterey Jack, cheddar, or Chihuahua cheese (8 ounces)
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1/2 cup bottled roasted red sweet peppers, cut into thin strips
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2 to 4 tablespoons fresh or canned sliced jalapeno chile peppers*
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Desired toppings, such as bottled salsa, guacamole, and/or dairy sour cream
Directions
1.
If using Homemade Tortilla Chips, prepare and bake the chips.
2.
Increase oven temperature to 425 degrees F. Arrange tortilla chips in a single layer on an 11- or 12-inch ovenproof platter, overlapping them slightly.
3.
In a small saucepan, combine black beans and 1/2 cup salsa. Cook and stir over medium heat just until heated through. Spoon bean mixture over chips. Sprinkle with cheese, roasted red pepper, and jalapeno pepper.
4.
Bake for 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve nachos with desired toppings. Makes 12 servings.
5.
Homemade Tortilla Chips: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Stack six 7- to 8-inch corn or flour tortillas. Using scissors or a sharp knife, cut tortilla stack into wedges. Place wedges in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until light golden brown.
6.
Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare and bake the homemade chips as directed; cool. Place in an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw the chips, covered, at room temperature.
7.
*Note: Because chile peppers contain volatile oils that can burn your skin and eyes, avoid direct contact with them as much as possible. When working with fresh chile peppers, wear plastic or rubber gloves. If your bare hands do touch the peppers, wash your hands and nails well with soap and warm water.
Nutrition information
Calories 148, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Monounsaturated Fat 2 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 220 mg, Carbohydrate 14 g, Total Sugar 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 37%, Calcium 20%, Iron 8%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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