Loaded Beef Nachos

Ingredients

• 5 teaspoons paprika
• 1.25 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1.25 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1.25 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon oregano leaves
• 1.5 teaspoons salt

Instructions

1. 1

   To make the taco seasoning: Stir paprika, garlic powder, cumin, onion powder, chili powder, oregano, and salt together in a small bowl; set aside.

2. 2

   To make the beef mixture: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in onion and green pepper; cook and stir with oil and juices from browned meat until much of the liquid has evaporated, about 2 minutes more.

3. 3

   Stir 1/2 can diced tomatoes with chilies and Mexican-style corn into skillet. Season beef mixture to taste with prepared taco seasoning mix.

4. 4

   Stir together the remaining 1/2 can diced tomatoes with chilies and refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on High until heated through, stirring every 30 seconds, 1 to 3 minutes.

5. 5

   To assemble the nachos: Lay half of tortilla chips in a single layer on a microwave-safe plate; drop teaspoons of refried beans onto chips, followed by beef mixture and shredded cheese. Repeat with remaining chips, beans, beef, and cheese to make a second layer.

6. 6

   Microwave on High until cheese is melted and nachos are warm, 2 to 3 minutes. Top with sour cream, salsa, olives, jalapeños, and green onion as desired.