SIMPLE NACHOS RECIPES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C for fan assisted ovens), gas mark 6. Line a large baking sheet with foil and lightly grease the foil.
• Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a medium heat and add the beef mince. Fry for 7-8 minutes, stirring frequently until browned. Stir in the jalapeños and taco seasoning mix and fry for 10 minutes or until the mince is cooked through.
• Spread half the tortilla chips in a large circle on the baking sheet. Spoon over half the beef mixture, tomatoes and spring onions. Top with the rest of the tortillas, beef mixture, tomatoes and spring onions. Scatter over the cheese.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese has melted. Top with the avocado and serve with soured cream, if liked.

Steps:

• In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and half the diced onion. Cook it until starting to soften, then add the ground beef. Cook the meat until it's totally browned, then drain the fat. Add the chili powder, paprika, cumin, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper and stir to combine. Add the beans and hot water and stir. Reduce the heat to low and simmer while you prepare the other ingredients. 
• To make the pico de gallo, combine the other half of the diced onion with the tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir it together and set it aside. 
• To build the nachos, place a layer of tortilla chips on a platter or plate. Top with a layer of the beef/bean mixture, then all but 1/4 cup of the cheddar cheese. Add another layer of chips, another layer of the beef/bean mixture, and the Monterey Jack cheese. Add a final small layer of chips, then a small layer of beef and beans, then a final sprinkling of cheddar. 
• Microwave in 45 second increments until the cheese is melted and bubbly. (You may also place the platter into a 325˚ oven if it's heatproof. Just leave it in until the cheese is melted.) 
• Immediately sprinkle on the diced avocado and plenty of pico de gallo. Optional: Add dollops of sour cream here and there. Serve immediately!