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Peg Leg Porker's ULTIMATE BBQ Nachos | Leftover Makeover

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Nachos

Cultural Context

Nachos originated in Mexico, specifically in the border town of Piedras Negras, Coahuila, during the 1940s. They were created by Ignacio 'Nacho' Anaya, who served them to American military wives. Over the years, nachos have evolved into a popular snack and party food, especially in the United States, where they are often served at sports events and gatherings.

MexicanMXappetizer
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb pulled pork
2 cups Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup Peg Leg Porker barbecue sauce
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup pickled jalapenos
1/4 cup scallions
8 oz commercial chips or homemade fried chips
1 cup sour cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tortilla chips

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: homemade tortilla chips

Baked chips are lower in fat, while homemade can be made from cheaper tortillas.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese has fewer calories, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt is lower in fat and higher in protein, while plain yogurt is often less expensive.

1

Start with a medium size Lodge cast iron skillet.

2

Fill the skillet with a big handful of chips, trying not to break them.

3

Add about a third to half a pound of pulled pork, spreading it out evenly over the chips.

4

Sprinkle the Mexican cheese blend over the pulled pork and chips, ensuring it gets into all the nooks and crannies.

5

Drizzle Peg Leg Porker barbecue sauce over the top, using as much or as little as desired.

6

Preheat the oven to 350°F and place the skillet in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and everything is warm.

7

Once out of the oven, garnish with diced tomatoes, pickled jalapenos, and scallions.

8

Add a dollop of sour cream in the center as a finishing touch.

Cooking Techniques

bakinglayering

Equipment Needed

medium size skilletLodge cast iron skillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairycorn

Also Known As

Nacho platterCheesy nachos
Local Name: nachos

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