# What You Need:
→ Beef Mixture
01 - 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
09 - ½ cup water
→ Nacho Assembly
10 - 10 ounces sturdy tortilla chips
11 - 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
12 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
13 - 1 medium tomato, diced
14 - ½ cup pickled jalapeño slices
15 - ½ cup sliced black olives (optional)
16 - ½ cup sour cream
17 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - 1 medium avocado, diced (optional)
19 - 2 green onions, sliced
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up until browned, about 5 minutes.
03 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add water and simmer for 3-4 minutes until liquid reduces. Remove from heat.
05 - Spread tortilla chips evenly across the prepared sheet pan.
06 - Spoon seasoned beef evenly over chips. Sprinkle black beans and then cheese on top.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
08 - Remove nachos from oven and immediately top with diced tomato, jalapeños, olives, green onions, cilantro, and avocado if using.
09 - Drizzle with sour cream or serve it on the side. Serve hot directly from the pan.
