Ground Beef Nachos

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack

Monterey jack is often cheaper and melts well.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground chicken can be less expensive.

tortilla chips

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: pita chips

Pita chips can be a more affordable option.

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and set aside.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and onion until the onion is tender and the meat is no longer pink. Drain off the fat and return the beef to the skillet.

Add taco seasoning (and water if called for on the packet). Cook according to the package instructions, letting most of the liquid evaporate.

Arrange half of the tortilla chips on the prepared baking sheet. Top with half of the cheese, half of the beef mixture, and half of the jalapeños (if using). Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.

Bake until the cheese melts and edges just start to turn golden, about 10 to 15 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.

Remove from oven, add desired toppings, and serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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