Easy Dinner Nachos
Recipe: #7683
January 16, 2013
Categories: Ground Beef, Mexican Game/Sports Day, Beef Dinner, Mexican Dinner, Ground Beef Dinner, more
"This is very easy and makes a quick tasty weekday meal"
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (398.5 g)
- Calories 610.3
- Total Fat - 28.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 11.2 g
- Cholesterol - 134.8 mg
- Sodium - 571.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 43.7 g
- Dietary Fiber - 3.6 g
- Sugars - 3.7 g
- Protein - 41.6 g
- Calcium - 174.4 mg
- Iron - 6.7 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.2 mg
- Thiamin - 0.4 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Cook beef and taco seasoning in skillet until browned. Pour off fat. Add soup, beef broth or water and rice. Heat to a boil. Cover and cook over low heat 5 minutes or until done.
Step 2
Top with salsa, cheese and lettuce. Serve with tortilla chips for dipping.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- If you are looking for a healthier option, try using ground turkey instead of beef.
- For more flavor, try using a different type of salsa, such as a mild or hot salsa.
- Ground turkey instead of ground beef - This substitution is a great way to reduce the fat content of the dish while still keeping the texture and flavor of the nachos.
- Pico de Gallo instead of Pace Thick & Chunky Salsa - This substitution will provide a fresher, more vibrant flavor to the dish, as well as a bit of a kick from the chiles in the Pico de Gallo.
Mexican Nachos Replace the beef with black beans, the beef broth with vegetable broth, and the cheddar cheese with Mexican cheese blend. Top with diced tomatoes, jalapenos, and sour cream.
Vegan Nachos Replace the beef with vegan ground beef, the beef broth with vegetable broth, and the cheddar cheese with vegan cheese. Top with diced tomatoes, jalapenos, and vegan sour cream.
Mexican Corn Salad: This sweet and savory side dish is a great addition to any Mexican-inspired meal. It's full of flavor and texture and is sure to be a hit with everyone!
Mexican Street Tacos: These tacos are a delicious and easy way to add a Mexican twist to any meal. They are made with seasoned ground beef, onions, cilantro, and salsa, and can be served with a variety of toppings. They are sure to be a hit with everyone!
FAQ
Q: How long do I need to cook the beef and taco seasoning?
A: Cook the beef and taco seasoning until the beef is browned. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Q: What ingredients do I need for the taco seasoning?
A: You will need chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, paprika, and salt. You may also need sugar, depending on the recipe.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Nachos were invented in the 1940s by Ignacio Anaya, a Mexican maître d'hotel. He created the dish when a group of military wives asked him to make a snack for them.
Fun Fact 2: Nachos are a popular dish in the United States, and have been featured in movies such as The Goonies, Home Alone and Napoleon Dynamite.