OVEN NACHOS

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Provided by Jessi Leigh

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 1/2 cups refried beans (can use more)
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa (mild or spicy)
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese, divided
seasoning salt
black pepper
tortilla chips (use any amount desired)
1 cup sour cream (can use more)
3 -4 green onions, chopped (can use more)
2 large firm plum tomatoes, finely chopped
shredded lettuce
sliced black olives

Steps:

In a large skillet cook the ground beef with onions; cook stirring until meat is no longer pink. Drain all fat well. Continue to cook until the meat is well browned, about 4-5 minutes longer. Pour contents of taco seasoning pack into meat and add water as directed on the package. Continue to cook according to package directions.
Add in the refried beans and salsa. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Add in 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese; stir until melted.
Place the tortilla chips on a large serving platter.
Top with ground beef mixture, then sprinkle the top of the HOT ground beef mixture with about 1-1/2 cups (or to taste) grated cheddar cheese.
Top with sour cream, green onions, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and sliced black olives.
Serve hot or warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 98.7, Sodium 1456.2, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 6.7, Protein 27.9