cheesy nachos
Cheesy nachos are a classic snack or appetizer, perfect for parties or movie nights. This recipe features crispy tortilla chips smothered in melted cheese and topped with jalapeños, sour cream, and guacamole. It’s customizable with your favorite toppings!
Equipment
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Parchment paper (optional)
- 1 Oven
- 1 Shallow serving dish for serving
- 1 Spoon for toppings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Ensure it melts well.
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Ensure it melts well.
- ½ cup sliced jalapeños Fresh or pickled, as per your preference.
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup guacamole
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro Optional.
- ½ cup diced tomatoes Optional.
- ¼ cup sliced black olives Optional.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (if using) and spread the tortilla chips evenly across the sheet in a single layer.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the chips, ensuring all chips are covered.
- Add sliced jalapeños over the cheese as per your preference.
- Bake the nachos in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Once out of the oven, carefully transfer the loaded nachos to a shallow serving dish.
- Top with sour cream, guacamole, diced tomatoes, olives, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro if desired.
- Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to customize your nachos with other toppings like cooked ground beef, shredded chicken, or various salsas.
You can use any cheese you prefer; just ensure it melts well.
Keep an eye on the nachos while baking to prevent burning. Adjust cooking time based on your oven's performance.