# Components:
→ Beef Mixture
01 - 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
08 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 0.5 cup water
→ Nachos Assembly
10 - 10 ounces sturdy tortilla chips
11 - 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
12 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
13 - 1 medium tomato, diced
14 - 0.5 cup pickled jalapeño slices
15 - 0.5 cup sliced black olives (optional)
16 - 0.5 cup sour cream
17 - 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - 1 medium avocado, diced (optional)
19 - 2 green onions, sliced
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart, until browned, about 5 minutes.
03 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Pour in water and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until most liquid evaporates, then remove from heat.
05 - Spread tortilla chips evenly across the prepared sheet pan.
06 - Distribute seasoned beef evenly over the chips, then sprinkle black beans followed by shredded cheese.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
08 - Remove from oven and immediately top with diced tomato, jalapeños, black olives, green onions, cilantro, and avocado if using.
09 - Drizzle with sour cream or serve on the side. Serve hot directly from the pan.
