HAWAIIAN NACHOS

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This is from a book called "Take This Dish and Twist it" by George Duran. The collection of recipes here is really fascinating. Can't wait to try them!

Provided by Recipe Junkie

Categories Ham

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups diced cooked ham
1/2 chopped red onion
1/2 chopped green sweet pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese (6 ounces)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (6 ounces)
5 cups large tortilla chips
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 1/2 cups diced fresh pineapple, drained

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a nonstick skillet heat 1 T oil over medium-high heat.
Add ham; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until browned.
Transfer to a plate.
Heat the remaining 1 T oil in the skillet.
Add the onion and pepper;
cook for 2-3 minutes or until just softened.
Remove from heat and stir in the ham.
In a bowl mix together the cheeses.
Place half the tortilla chips in the bottom of a 9x9x2-inch baking pan or 1 and 1/2 quart baking dish.
Sprinkle with half the cheese, half the ham mixture, half the tomatoes, and half the pineapple.
Repeat layers, starting with the remaining tortilla chips.
Bake for 5 to 8 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbling.
Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.1, Fat 42.8, SaturatedFat 21.3, Cholesterol 129.8, Sodium 745.2, Carbohydrate 16.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 10.6, Protein 35.9