Nacho Joes Recipe

Name: Nacho Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 red onion, diced; 1 green pepper, diced; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons oil; 2 tablespoons garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning; 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa con queso, medium; hamburger bun; tortilla chips, for serving; sour cream, if desired; jalapeno pepper, if desired; salsa, if desired; shredded cheddar cheese, if desired

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
1 red onion, diced
1 green pepper, diced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa con queso, medium
hamburger bun
tortilla chips, for serving
sour cream, if desired
jalapeno pepper, if desired
salsa, if desired
shredded cheddar cheese, if desired

1
In a large skillet, brown oil, onion and green pepper.
2
Add ground beef, seasoning with your taste of salt and pepper and brown well.
3
Add taco seasoning, garlic and Worcestershire sauce and simmer.
4
Add full jar of con queso cheese and simmer on low for 15 minutes.
5
To serve, place on buns and eat like traditional sloppy joes, served with tortilla chips on the side.
6
Or, place tortilla chips on a dish and top with cheesy nacho meat mixture, jalapenos, sour cream and additional shredded cheese or salsa, if desired.
7
This may also be used to top baked potato, pasta or french fries for a delicious side dish or meal.

385

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 1 red onion, diced, 1 green pepper, diced, salt, to taste, and more.

Yes, Nacho Joes 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 Joes

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Variations & substitutions

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