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Loaded Nachos Supreme Recipe Easy Homemade Queso for Perfect Snack

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A flavorful loaded nachos supreme with homemade queso that is gooey, spicy, cheesy, and satisfying. Perfect for game nights, casual hangouts, or quick snacks.

Ingredients

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  • tortilla chips (sturdy, thick-cut for best crunch)
  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk (warm, not boiling; can substitute with dairy-free milk)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 small fresh chili or a pinch of cayenne (optional)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 avocado, sliced or diced
  • Fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic for 7-8 minutes until browned and onions are translucent. Season with salt, pepper, 1/2 tsp cumin, and a pinch of chili powder if desired. Drain excess fat.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until smooth and bubbling.
  4. Slowly add warm milk a little at a time, whisking constantly until sauce thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Lower heat and gradually add shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, stirring until melted and creamy. Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne or fresh chili. Keep queso warm.
  6. Spread a layer of tortilla chips evenly on the baking sheet. Scatter half the cooked beef mixture, black beans, corn, jalapeño slices, and black olives over the chips.
  7. Drizzle half of the queso sauce over this layer. Repeat layering with remaining chips, beef, beans, corn, jalapeños, and olives. Pour remaining queso on top.
  8. Bake nachos for 8-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and chips start to crisp. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  9. Remove from oven and top immediately with diced tomatoes, sour cream dollops, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

To keep queso smooth, whisk constantly while adding warm milk slowly. Drain excess fat from beef to avoid soggy chips. Layer toppings and queso between chips to maintain crunch. Rewarm queso gently if it thickens before serving. Adjust spice levels to preference.

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