Nacho Bake Recipe

Name: Nacho Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground chuck; 1 (16 ounce) jar taco sauce or (16 ounce) jar salsa; salt and pepper; 1 minced onion; 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans; 12 ounces sour cream; 1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and diced; 1 red pepper, diced; 1 green pepper, diced; 16 ounces shredded cheese, cheddar or 1 cheddar cheese, blend; 1 (16 ounce) bag tortilla chips

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground chuck
1 (16 ounce) jar taco sauce or (16 ounce) jar salsa
salt and pepper
1 minced onion
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
12 ounces sour cream
1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and diced
1 red pepper, diced
1 green pepper, diced
16 ounces shredded cheese, cheddar or 1 cheddar cheese, blend
1 (16 ounce) bag tortilla chips

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Season ground chuck with salt and pepper to taste.
3
Brown ground beef with minced onion.
4
After fully cooking ground beef add taco sauce (or salsa) and beans.
5
Layer mixture in the bottom of baking dish.
6
You probably will need a large one.
7
Spread sour cream on top.
8
Spread cheese on next.
9
Top with diced vegetables.
10
Cover with foil.
11
Bake for 15-20 minutes.
12
Remove foil and bake another 5 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

677

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground chuck, 1 (16 ounce) jar taco sauce or (16 ounce) jar salsa, salt and pepper, 1 minced onion, and more.

Yes, Nacho Bake falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Nacho Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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