Quick and Easy Nachos

Mexican food is one of my favorites!  I especially love Nachos.  There is nothing like fresh, homemade Nachos with some fresh salsa (see previous recipe).  It only takes about 15 minutes and you can serve your family a great Mexican nacho night!  Using Velveeta cheese makes these Nachos creamy and the cheese won't set up on you like it does with shredded cheese.

Quick and Easy Nachos

2 lbs. ground beef
1 bell pepper, finely diced
1 small onion, finely diced
3 green onions, finely diced
1 small can green chilies (optional)
1 tsp. chili powder
1 Tbsp. Italian Seasonings
1 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. pepper
(you can substitute a packet of taco seasoning for the seasonings above if desired)

1/2 can refried beans + 3 Tbsp. water 2 cups cubed Velveeta Cheese
1/4 cup milk
2 Tbsp. real butter

1 bag your favorite tortilla chips (I like the Cantina style chips)

In a deep skillet over medium heat, sauté ground beef, bell pepper, onions, green onions, green chilies and seasonings.  Cook through and then drain grease from hamburger. Place back into skillet over low heat and stir in 1/2 can of refried beans and 3 Tbsp. water.  Stir until combined.  Can add more water if it is a little too thick.

In a sauce pan, combine the butter, cheese and milk.  Simmer slowly, stirring constantly until cheese melts completely.  Remove from heat.  Ladle the cheese sauce over tortilla chips on individual plates, or on a large serving platter.  Top with the hamburger/beans mixture and then Garnish.

Garnish:  Fresh Salsa (see previous recipe), sour cream, additional diced green onions, hot sauce, or any mixture of the above.

Serve immediately.