Easy Cheesy Nachos with Guacamole

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Easy cheesy nachos with guacamole that are sure to please even the pickiest eaters. If you're a fan of gooey melty and oh-so-satisfying snacks, then you have come to the right place.

Whether you are hosting a game night, craving a late-night snack, or simply looking for a quick and delicious appetizer, our nacho recipe is here to save the day.

With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you'll be diving into a plate of crispy tortilla chips smothered in a blanket of melted cheese and topped with all your favorite fixings.

And just for the love of food, we have added a guacamole recipe as well as a delicious asparagus, green bean and broccoli salad just for you!

So... grab the apron and get ready to create a nacho masterpiece that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients 200g nachos 300g mince 1 tin Mexican style tomatoes 250g sour cream 1 cup grated cheddar cheese. 1 cup parsley. 1 chili chopped (to  your taste). 125ml readymade guacamole

Method Arrange the Nachos in a large roasting pan or an oven proof frying pan. Fry the mince in a large frying pan.  Add the tomatoes and summer until the mince is cooked and the flavors have blended. Spread the mixture over the nachos and top with large spoonful's of sour cream. Scatter the grated cheese on top and bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Scatter the parsley and chili over nachos.

Make the guacamole as per the recipe below and spoon on top of your easy cheesy nachos with guacamole.

Guacamole

Guacamole is a delicious dip that is primarily from avocados. It's a perfect addition to any meal or snack, and it's incredibly easy to make.

2 ripe avocados peeled and pitted. 1 small onion finely chopped. 1 ripe tomato, chopped. 1 clove garlic, minced. 1 lime, juiced. salt and pepper to taste. ADD ON's For the brave!! Diced jalapenos.  a pinch of cumin

Mash avocado in a medium serving bowl. Stir in onion, tomatoes and garlic. Season with lime juice, salt and pepper.

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Asparagus, Green Bean & Broccoli Salad

INGREDIENTS 250 g broccoli, cut into flowerets. 250 g green beans, cut into 3cm sections. 250 g asparagus, cut into 3cm sections. Broccoli

DRESSING 2 Tbsp olive oil. ¼ tsp yellow asafoetida powder. 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice. ¼ tsp dry mustard powder 1 tsp grated fresh ginger. 1tsp soy sauce. Asafoetida Pwd  Asafortida powder has a strong, sulfurous smell when raw, and mellows out when cooked, leaving a pleasant onion-garlic like flavor and is known for its digestive and anti-flatulent properties. It is a potent spice so use sparingly as set out above.

With our easy cheesy nachos and guacamole combo, as well as a scrumptious asparagus, green bean & broccoli salad you will be well on your way to creating a fiesta in your own kitchen. We hope you enjoy these mouthwatering recipes and that they bring a smile to your face, just like they do for us. Happy cooking and happy snacking!!

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