Nacho Beef Skillet - SpiceYourCooking.com

The kids’ll come running when nachos are on the menu! Turn the popular snack into a hearty meal in minutes with ground beef

Ingredients

1

lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1

can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, drained
1

can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
8

oz Mexican prepared cheese product (from 16-oz loaf), cut into cubes
6

oz nacho-flavored tortilla chips (about 64 chips)

In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
Reduce heat to medium. Add corn and tomatoes to beef in skillet; cook until thoroughly heated and desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
In small microwavable bowl, microwave cheese cubes and 2 teaspoons water uncovered on High 15 seconds; stir and repeat until cheese is melted and smooth.
Divide tortilla chips evenly among 6 plates. Top with beef mixture; drizzle with melted cheese. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.

460
Calories

25g
Total Fat

23g
Protein

36g
Total Carbohydrate

11g
Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1 Serving

Calories: 460

Calories from Fat: 230

Total Fat: 25g; 39%

Saturated Fat: 9g; 47%

Trans Fat: 1g

Cholesterol: 80mg; 26%

Sodium: 1130mg; 47%

Potassium: 300mg; 9%

Total Carbohydrate: 36g; 12%

Dietary Fiber: 2g; 8%

Sugars: 11g

Protein: 23g

Vitamin A: 15%; 15%

Vitamin C: 10%; 10%

Calcium: 20%; 20%

Iron: 15%; 15%

Exchanges:

1 1/2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 2 1/2 Fat;