# My Nacho Obsession
When prepared properly, nachos are the ultimate snack. Imagine this: warm and crunchy corn tortilla chips, gooey cheese, and an array of toppings you can dream of. I adore my nachos piled high with seasoned ground beef, avocados or guacamole, salsa, sour cream, green onions, and cilantro. I want it all. My nacho obsession encompasses every variation, even the speedy 30-second microwave nachos.
## My Love for Nachos
Honestly, I’ve been known to indulge in just tortilla chips topped with melted “cheese.” A few years back, while in Madrid, I had an overwhelming craving for nachos. Luckily, there was a shop just around the corner from our Airbnb that sold tortilla chips. Though I couldn’t find shredded cheese, I opted for some unrecognizable queso and jars of “American” salsa. My urge for melted cheese on tortilla chips was so intense that I overlooked the dubious ingredients. That plate of Spanish nachos was exactly what I needed.
Thinking back to that experience makes me nostalgic for Europe. It’s those unexpected moments in life that stick with us, like whipping up microwave nachos in a European apartment. Sure, we could have gone out for cervezas and jamón at midnight, but sometimes, it’s those comforting homey meals that really count, especially when traveling.
## The Convenience of Microwave Nachos
Speaking of ease, microwave nachos are a marvelous choice, particularly during warm weather when the thought of melting cheese seems daunting. Microwaves are ideal for achieving gooey cheese on chips. Just take care not to overheat them; you want that delightful, stringy cheese, not crunchy bits.
## Ideal Microwave Nachos
Prompted by a post I discovered, I began using scoops tortilla chips rather than flat round ones. Each chip holds the perfect amount of toppings, making it easier to savor without fretting about which chip is loaded with cheese. It takes a little more effort to layer each chip individually, but the reward is pure nacho bliss.
### Taco Seasoning
For the ground beef, I simply sauté it with garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. If you have leftover taco meat, it’s perfect for this dish. If you require a taco seasoning recipe, you can find one online.
### Recipe: Ideal Microwave Nachos
**Servings:** 2
**Ingredients:**
– 30 tortilla scoops (or any chips you prefer)
– 1/2 cup ground beef (cooked with taco seasoning)
– 1/2 cup shredded cheddar (or mozzarella)
– Jalapeño (sliced, to taste)
– Green onions (sliced, to taste)
– 1/2 avocado (diced)
– Cilantro (coarsely chopped)
– 1/4 cup salsa
– 1/4 cup sour cream
**Instructions:**
1. Arrange the tortilla scoops on a microwave-safe plate.
2. Top each scoop with ground beef, cheese, jalapeños, green onions, avocado, and cilantro.
3. Microwave for approximately 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
4. Serve with salsa and sour cream alongside.
### Nutritional Information
– **Calories:** 409
– **Fat:** 23.4g
– **Saturated Fat:** 6.3g
– **Cholesterol:** 45mg
– **Sodium:** 433mg
– **Potassium:** 468mg
– **Carbohydrates:** 29.8g
– **Fiber:** 4.5g
– **Protein:** 21.4g
In summary, whether you’re savoring gourmet nachos or a quick microwave version, the pleasure derived from this delightful dish is undeniable. Nachos are more than just food; they’re a comfort, a reminder, and a source of joy.