Black Bean Nachos

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   For tortilla chips, stack tortillas and cut into wedges with scissors or a sharp knife.

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   Place wedges in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet.

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   Bake in a 350 degree F oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until light golden brown.

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   Remove the chips from oven.

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   Arrange tortilla chips in one layer, overlapping slightly, on an 11- or 12-inch ovenproof platter.

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   In a medium saucepan combine black beans and the 1/2 cup salsa; cook and stir over medium heat just until heated through.

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   Remove from heat; spoon bean mixture over chips.

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    Sprinkle cheese, sweet peppers, and jalapeno peppers over bean mixture on chips.

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    Bake in a 425 degree F oven for 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

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    Serve immediately with additional salsa, if desired.

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    Makes 10 servings.

No nutritional information available.

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