Description
Create a Monster Nacho Board for Halloween! Loaded with spicy beef, melted cheese, and spooky toppings. Perfect party food for friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- Nacho Base:
- 1 (13 oz) bag sturdy tortilla chips
- 1 lb lean ground beef (85/15)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- Cheesy Goo:
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Fresh & Zesty Toppings:
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1–2 jalapeños, thinly sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Spooky & Creamy Accents:
- 1 (2.25 oz) can sliced black olives, drained
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Meaty Monster Base:: First things first, grab a large skillet and get it heating over medium-high. Crumble that ground beef right in there. Break it up with your spoon, stirring until it’s beautifully browned all over. You’ll hear that sizzle, smell that savory goodness – that’s when you know you’re on the right track! Once it’s cooked through, drain any excess grease. Trust me, nobody wants a greasy Monster Nacho Board. Stir in your taco seasoning and the drained black beans, letting them warm through for a minute or two. The aroma will be incredible, a truly spooky scent!
- Assemble Your Monster Nacho Board Layers:: Now for the fun part! Get out your biggest baking sheet or a platter lined with parchment paper – this is your Monster Nacho Board canvas. Spread about half of your sturdy tortilla chips in a single layer. Don’t crowd them too much; we want maximum crispiness! Next, spoon half of that seasoned beef and black bean mixture evenly over the chips. Then, sprinkle generously with half of your shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. I always try to get cheese on every chip, because a naked chip is a sad chip, honestly.
- Build the Second Spooky Layer:: Repeat that layering magic! Add the remaining tortilla chips, followed by the rest of the seasoned beef and black beans. This double layer ensures every bite of your Monster Nacho Board is packed with flavor and substance. Finish with the rest of your glorious cheese blend. See all that cheese? That’s what’s going to make this Monster Nacho Board incredibly gooey and delicious. I sometimes accidentally drop a few chips, but hey, kitchen chaos is part of the charm, right?
- Bake Your Monster Nacho Board to Perfection:: Pop your loaded baking sheet into a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C). Let it bake for about 8-12 minutes, or until the cheese is gloriously melted and bubbly, and the chips around the edges are just starting to turn a deeper golden brown. Keep a close eye on it, because ovens vary, and we don’t want any burnt bits on our Monster Nacho Board! The smell of melting cheese is truly intoxicating, a real signal that something delicious is about to happen.
- Deck Out Your Monster Nacho Board:: Once it’s out of the oven, it’s time for the fresh toppings! Scatter your diced red onion, sliced jalapeños, and black olives all over the hot, cheesy Monster Nacho Board. The heat from the nachos will slightly warm these toppings, releasing their fresh aromas. Drizzle generously with salsa. If you’re feeling extra festive, you can pipe the sour cream in a spooky spider web pattern or just dollop it artfully. Don’t be afraid to make a bit of a mess; it’s a Monster Nacho Board, after all!
- Final Monster Nacho Board Touches:: Finally, sprinkle a generous handful of fresh cilantro and sliced green onions over the top. The vibrant green against the melted cheese and colorful toppings is just beautiful. Serve your Monster Nacho Board immediately, right off the baking sheet, for maximum warmth and gooeyness. Encourage everyone to dig in! The best part is seeing everyone gather around, grabbing their favorite bits, making happy, cheesy noises. Enjoy your delicious, slightly spooky creation!