How to Make Nachos

Nachos are a great snack for entertaining guests or satisfying munchies. Plus, you can adapt your nachos to whatever you've got in the fridge. Makes enough for one good-sized snack.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Groceries
• avocado
• tortilla chips
• chives
• shredded Monterey Jack
• green or black olives
• salsa
• taco sauce
• sour cream
• cubed tomatoes

1. Put a layer of tortilla chips on a microwave-safe plate.
2. Add salsa or taco sauce.
3. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of chips. Use cheddar, Monterey Jack or a combination of the two.
4. Heat on high in the microwave for 45 seconds or until cheese is melted.
5. Dice a tomato, slice an avocado and chop some dhives. Have sliced olives ready.
6. Top with sour cream, black olives, canned or fresh chiles, sliced avocados or chives.

Tips & Warnings

• Add refried beans, ground beef or grilled chicken over the salsa for a heartier nacho.
• For a low-fat version, use reduced-fat or fat-free cheese and sour cream.
• If you don't have a microwave, heat up your nachos in a 400-degree oven.