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Loaded Nachos with Queso Dip
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 bag of tortilla chips
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet of taco seasoning
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup of diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup of sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup of sliced jalapenos
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup of diced red onion
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of whole milk
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess grease. Add the taco seasoning and cook according to the package instructions.
- In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Gradually whisk in 1 cup of whole milk and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted and smooth. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Arrange the tortilla chips on a large baking sheet. Sprinkle the cooked ground beef, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the chips.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, sliced jalapenos, sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro, and diced red onion.
- Serve the loaded nachos with the queso dip on the side for dipping. Enjoy!
Nachos with queso dip have a rich history dating back to the 1940s in Piedras Negras, Mexico. Ignacio "Nacho" Anaya, a maître d' at the Victory Club, created the dish when a group of military wives visited the restaurant after hours. With limited ingredients, he topped fried tortilla chips with melted cheese and jalapeños, giving birth to the beloved snack. The dish gained popularity across the border in Texas and soon became a staple in Tex-Mex cuisine. Today, the best version of this dish can be found in authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurants, where chefs use high-quality cheese and fresh ingredients to create the perfect balance of flavors. The key to a great queso dip lies in the quality of the cheese and the addition of flavorful ingredients like tomatoes, onions, and spices. While the classic recipe remains popular, variations such as adding seasoned ground beef, guacamole, or sour cream have also become favorites among nachos enthusiasts. Whether enjoyed as a casual snack or a party appetizer, nachos with queso dip continue to be a beloved dish with a rich and flavorful history.
25 min
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450 calories
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