Nachos Recipe with Cheese Sauce
Is there anything more satisfying than a plate of perfectly cheesy nachos? Nachos recipe with cheese sauce are a beloved snack, appetizer, or even a meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're hosting a party, watching a game, or just need a quick and delicious bite, this classic combination never disappoints.
Ingredients
- 1 bag 12 oz tortilla chips (340g)
- 1 lb ground beef 450g
- 1 onion chopped (100g)
- 1 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained (425g)
- 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained (425g)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder 5g
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin 2g
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the cheese sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter 30g
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 25g
- 1 cup milk 240ml
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 115g
- 1/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese 40g
- 1/4 cup Colby cheese 40g
- 1/4 teaspoon salt 1g
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1g
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the tortilla chips on a baking sheet.
- Top with the beef mixture.
Make the cheese sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
- Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheeses until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the nachos.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese sauce is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and jalapeños.