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Spicy Sausage Bean Cheese Nachos

Irresistibly Cheesy Spicy Sausage Bean Cheese Nachos!

Spicy Sausage Bean Cheese Nachos are the ultimate customizable Tex-Mex comfort food, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 nachos
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 1 pound Fresh Hot Pork Sausage Substitute with chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option.
For the Bean Mixture
  • 1 can Pinto or Black Beans Serve as a creamy base.
  • 0.5 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth or Water Moistens the mixture.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste for desired heat level.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional but enhances flavor complexity.
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Salt Use sparingly.
For the Toppings
  • 8 ounces Large Tortilla Chips Thicker, restaurant-style chips are recommended.
  • 1 cup Pepper Jack and Sharp Cheddar Cheese Mix based on desired richness.
  • 3 tablespoons Scallions Use both the white and green parts.
  • 0.5 cup Pickled Jalapeno Slices Optional for added spice.
  • 1 cup Salsa Serve on the side.
  • 0.5 cup Sour Cream Serve on the side.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F).
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the crumbled fresh hot pork sausage and brown for about 5 minutes.
  3. Toss in the chopped scallion whites and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 20 seconds.
  4. Add rinsed pinto or black beans and low-sodium chicken broth, mashing slightly, and stir in chili powder, ground cumin, and coarse salt.
  5. Layer half of the tortilla chips, half of the bean mixture, half of the sausage, and half of the cheese on an ovenproof platter. Repeat layers.
  6. Bake for about 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Garnish with chopped scallion greens and serve immediately with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to mix and match ingredients to create your ideal nacho plate. Prepare the sausage and bean mixture ahead for convenience.

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