Perfection Nachos

jusme's Note:

My husband and I have perfected the Nacho! This recipe is the result of many trials and errors, and somewhat nasty nachos. NOTE: The spice quantity added to the beef is VERY approximate; I just sprinkle on the spices until I think it tastes good. We like it spicy, and not salty, like the packaged taco seasonings. I hope you enjoy this as much as we do!

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 2

For Beef

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon minced dried onions
• ½ tablespoon chili powder
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 dash hot sauce
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano (Mexican oregano is the best, but Italian works, too)
• ½ tablespoon ground cumin

For cheese sauce

• ½ lb Velveeta cheese , cut into small cubes (this is approximate depending on how much yummy cheesiness you want)
• 1 cup salsa (also approximate. add enough to spice up the Velveeta)

Toppings

• sliced green onion , both white and green parts
• sliced black olives
• guacamole or sliced avocado
• sour cream
• tortilla chips (We use Mission triangle chips because they're durable)

Directions:

1. Brown beef in skillet with all of the spices. Adjust spice according to taste. Drain fat.
2. Combine Velveeta and salsa in a bowl. Microwave, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted.
3. Arrange a layer, or mound, of chips on a plate, and top with meat first, then cheese (acts like glue so meat doesn't roll off the chip when it's on the way to your mouth), then toppings.
4. ENJOY!

Reviews

[steve in FL]

I didn't think the meat mixture was too spicy at all - must be a subjective taste I guess.. Anyhow - I loved these nachos! I much prefer the cheese sauce over melted cheese, which hardens quickly and leaves you with one big welded nacho.. Velveeta is the best! I also used my own fresh-fried corn chips, which I suggest people do to get the most wonderful nacho ever. (Just slice up some fresh corn tortillas and deep-fry till crisp).. My toppings were diced tomato, green onion, sliced black olives and pickled jalapeno slices.. guac and sour cream. Delicious.

[Chef #571374]

I think the amount of cayenne pepper and red pepper flakes is way too much. Be very careful to reduce these tremendously!