Beef Nachos

Ingredients:

• 32 baked low-fat tortilla chips
• 2 tsp. canola oil
• 6 oz. lean ground beef
• 3/4 cup diced tomatoes with chiles
• 2/3 cup canned fat-free refried beans
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
• 3 scallions, sliced (about 1/2 cup)
• 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded & minced

Makes 8 Servings (4 garnished chips per serving)

1. Preheat broiler.
2. Arrange tortilla chops close together on baking sheet in single layer; set aside.
3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, beans, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 5 minutes.
4. Spoon beef mixture evenly over chips; sprinkle evenly with cheese. Broil 5 inches from heat until cheese is melted, about 30 seconds. Sprinkle with scallions and jalapenos.

WW POINTS VALUE: 3 pts.

 

Note: This recipe appears in the WW Family Meals Cookbook. Who doesn't love nachos and have a craving for them once in a while? These classic treats are quick and easy to make and are deliciously enjoyable. You can use ground chicken, turkey, or pork in place of the beef and the nachos and they will still be delicious. Always watch the nachos when they are under the broiler because the tortilla chips can easily get burned. I highly recommend adding minced onion and garlic when cooking the beef because minced onions and garlic always make your protein taste better.