Ingredients

4 cups nacho chips
1 cup salsa
1/2 cup sliced olive
1/2 cup green pepper , chopped
1/2 cup red pepper , chopped
1/2 cup green onion , chopped
1/4 cup chopped ham
1/2 cup cheddar cheese , grated
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
Nacho Grande Ixtapa is a popular recipe hailing from Mexico with a unique blend of flavors. This recipe is perfect for a night in with friends or a quick meal during a busy week. Nacho chips are covered with zesty salsa and toppings of sliced olives, peppers, chopped ham, and cheese. The dish is then baked to perfection for a satisfying snacking experience.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
2.Cover large oven dish with nacho chips.
3.Add salsa onto the nacho chips.
4.Sprinkle sliced olive on top.
5.Add chopped green and red pepper on top.
6.Add chopped green onion on top.
7.Sprinkle chopped ham on top.
8.Spread grated cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
9.Put the dish in the oven and bake for 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
10.Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

PROS

Nacho Grande Ixtapa is a quick and easy snack to prepare and can be made with ingredients found in most households.

It’s a great recipe for sharing with friends and family during social gatherings.

CONS

This recipe can be high in sodium due to the presence of processed cheese and chips.

It’s also high in calories and not recommended for people on a low-carb or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Nacho Grande Ixtapa is not the most nutritious recipe, it does contain vegetables such as peppers and onions which provide vitamins and minerals.
Chili peppers in salsa also contain capsaicin which has been linked to pain relief and boosting metabolism.

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