Ultimate Nachos

Adapted from delish.com

• FOR THE NACHOS
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, minced (I use 1/2 onion)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lb. ground beef or turkey
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (easy homemade)
  • 1 (15-oz) can refried beans (I use about 3/4 of the can)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 large bag tortilla chips
  • 4 cups shredded Jack and cheddar cheese
  • 1 (15-oz) can black beans, drained (I skip this)
  • 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños (I use mild green chilies)

• TOPPINGS
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced (I use guacamole)
  • 1/4 c. thinly sliced green onions
  • 1/4 c. fresh cilantro leaves
  • Sour cream, for drizzling
  • Hot sauce, for drizzling (I use salsa)

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1. Preheat oven to 425-F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
3. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink; drain fat, if necessary.
4. Add taco seasoning and water. Cook until meat is browned.
5. Add refried beans; mix until well combined.
6. Spread half the tortilla chips onto the sheet pan and top with dollops of the beef/bean mixture.
7. Spread half the cheese, half the black beans, and half the pickled jalapeños evenly over the chips.
8. Add another layer of chips and repeat.
9. Bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.
10. Scatter the toppings all over the top. Drizzle with sour cream and hot sauce and serve immediately.