Blackstone Loaded Nachos

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 bag tortilla chips
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup corn kernels (canned or fresh)
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup guacamole
• 1/2 cup salsa
• Optional: sliced green onions, hot sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat the Blackstone Griddle:
   • Heat your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat.
2. Cook the Ground Beef:
   • Add the ground beef to the hot griddle. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
   • Drain excess fat if necessary.
   • Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked beef, add water, and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the seasoning is well incorporated.
3. Prepare the Nachos Base:
   • Spread a layer of tortilla chips on the griddle.
4. Add Toppings:
   • Evenly distribute the seasoned ground beef over the tortilla chips.
   • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the beef.
   • Add black beans, corn, black olives, and pickled jalapeños.
5. Melt the Cheese:
   • Close the lid of the griddle or cover the nachos with a large dome lid to melt the cheese. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
6. Final Touches:
   • Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove the nachos from the griddle.
   • Sprinkle diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro over the nachos.
7. Serve:
   • Serve the nachos with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa on the side.
   • Optionally, garnish with sliced green onions and a drizzle of hot sauce.

Tips

• Protein Alternatives: Substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or shredded pork.
• Cheese Variations: Use a blend of cheeses like pepper jack, queso fresco, or cotija for different flavor profiles.
• Vegetarian Option: Omit the ground beef and load up on extra beans, corn, and veggies.

Enjoy your Blackstone Loaded Nachos!