Pinto Bean and Beef Nachos

Ingredients - Serves 6

• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Lime wedges - For serving
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Guacamole - 1/2 cup
• Sour cream - 1/2 cup
• Jalapeno - 1, sliced
• Red onion - 1/2, diced
• Tomatoes - 2, diced
• Cheddar cheese - 2 cups, shredded
• Tortilla chips - 1 bag
• Pinto beans - 1 can, drained and rinsed
• Ground beef - 1 pound

Let's Get Started

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Add the pinto beans to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
4. Spread the tortilla chips in a single layer on a baking sheet.
5. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the tortilla chips.
6. Top with the beef and pinto bean mixture, spreading it evenly over the chips.
7. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the beef and beans.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, red onion, sliced jalapeno, sour cream, guacamole, and fresh cilantro.
10. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Appetizer
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Calories: 450
• Fat: 20g
• Carbs: 40g
• Protein: 25g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Sugar: 2g