🏷️ Category: fingerfood
🌍 Cuisine: Mexican
⭐ Difficulty: Medium
⏱️ Time: 45 min
📝 Introduction
Elevate your game day or party spread with this irresistible Ultimate Loaded Nachos Grande! This hearty Mexican-inspired platter features crispy tortilla chips smothered in a savory blend of seasoned refried beans, melted cheddar cheese, and a zesty tomato-chili sauce. Topped with fresh bell peppers, onions, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, each bite delivers a perfect balance of crunch, creaminess, and bold flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's an affordable crowd-pleaser that serves four, packed with protein and vibrant ingredients. Whether for a casual gathering or a festive snack, this recipe promises to be the star of any table!
🥘 Ingredients
• canned tomatoes400 grams
• cheddar cheese1.5 cups
• chili powder0.5 teaspoon
• corn oil2 tablespoons
• garlic cloves3
• bell pepper0.5
• chili1
• ground cumin0.25 teaspoon
• onion1
• paprika1 teaspoon
• paprika to garnish4 servings
• refried beans13 oz
• tortilla chips2 cups
• water5 tablespoons
👨🍳 Cooking Steps
1
Heat oil in a skillet, add the onion, green pepper, and garlic, and cook gently, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until soft but not browned
2
Add the tomatoes and chili and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated
3
Stir in the chili powder and paprika and cook for 3 minutes, then add the refried beans, breaking them up with a fork
4
Add the measured water and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, until the mixture thickens
5
Spoon the beans into the middle of a baking dish, arrange the tortilla chips around the edge and sprinkle with cumin
6
Sprinkle the cheese over the beans and tortilla chips
7
Bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese has melted
8
Sprinkle the paprika for garnish in a lattice pattern on top and serve immediately
