The Best Nachos Recipe

Ingredients (26)

• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 1 teaspoon granulated onion
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 pound ground beef (80:20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 16 ounces (2 cups) refried beans, canned or homemade
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 large bag of tortilla chips
• 4 ounces cheddar cheese, grated (about 2 cups), plus more for topping
• 4 ounces Colby Jack cheese, grated (about 2 cups), plus more for topping
• 1 cup pico de gallo, store-bought or homemade, plus more for topping
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 jalapeño (pickled or fresh), sliced
• Guacamole
• Salsa
• Sour cream
• Canned black olives
• Sliced green onions
• Shredded lettuce
• Corn
• Hot sauce