The Ultimate Texas Nachos Recipes

THE ULTIMATE TEXAS NACHOS

Steps:

• Slice the corn tortillas in half and set aside.
• Add enough canola oil to a large pot to fill about 1.5 inches and heat to medium. Do not bring to a boil. The temp should measure 375 degrees F.
• Add the halved tortillas in small batches and fry them about a minute or so per side, until they are lightly browned and crispy. Drain on paper towels and dash them with salt.
• When they are cooled, spread a spoonful of refried beans over each tortilla, then top them with Monterrey Jack cheese.
• Bake them at 350 degrees F about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is nicely melted.
• Serve with pickled jalapeno peppers and diced tomato over the tops, with crema and hot sauce on the side.
• Extra hot sauce for me!

ULTIMATE EASY NACHOS

Steps:

• Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F and place the rack in the center position.
• Line 2 large baking sheets with foil or parchment paper.
• Place the chips in a single layer on the prepared pans.
• In a medium saucepan, combine the refried beans, sour cream, chile powder, garlic powder, and ground cumin.
• Stir until well mixed.
• Warm the bean mixture over medium heat until heated through, stirring every couple of minutes.
• Using a spatula, spread the bean mixture on the chips, dividing evenly between the two pans.
• Sprinkle the pans with the cheese, using 4 ounces per pan.
• Place the baking sheets in the oven and bake for 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, green onion, and black olives. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.
• Serve with sides of Easy Restaurant Style Salsa, Sour Cream, and Shredded Lettuce.