Loaded Beef Nachos

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 10 oz tortilla chips
• 2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (optional)
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup salsa (optional)
• ½ cup sour cream (optional)
• ¼ cup jalapeños, sliced (optional)
• ¼ cup black olives, sliced (optional)
• ¼ cup red onion, diced (optional)
• 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
4. Spread tortilla chips in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Sprinkle evenly with shredded cheeses.
5. Spoon the seasoned ground beef over the cheese-covered chips.
6. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from oven and top with desired optional ingredients like salsa, sour cream, jalapeños, olives, red onion, and cilantro.
8. Serve immediately.