Green Pepper Nachos

Green Pepper Nachos

By:  Auntie Babette

Who says nachos have to be made with tortilla chips? Yes, I love them too, but my waistline doesn’t.

To satisfy your cravings for this classic dish, try this great chip alternative.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 can tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 1 package taco seasoning mix, prepare as directed on package
• 3-4 green peppers, seeded and cut into wedges
• 1 C. shredded cheddar cheese

Toppings:

• Sour cream
• Sliced Jalapenos

Directions:

• In a large skillet over medium heat: saute onions, add ground beef and brown, add tomatoes with chilies, let simmer for 5 minutes, then drain off fat.

• Return meat mixture to skillet, add taco seasoning and water.  Prepare, following package directions.

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

• While hamburger is cooking, clean green peppers, core, seed, and cut into wedges.  Set peppers aside.

• Line 9x13 pan with foil, grease foil or use cooking spray.

• Arrange green peppers on pan, fill  with meat mixture, top with cheese and Jalapenos.

• Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

• Remove from oven, top with your favorite topping.  Enjoy.