Microwave Texas Nachos

Ingredients

• 2 ounces uncooked chorizo or 2 ounces bulk spicy pork sausage
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 cup refried beans
• 2 cups tortilla chips
• 1/2 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

• 2 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 small tomato, seeded and diced
• 3 tablespoons chopped onion
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup guacamole
• 2 tablespoons sliced jalapeño pepper*

How to make it 



• 1

  In a small skillet, cook sausage and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.


• 2

  In a microwave-safe dish, combine the sausage mixture and beans. Cover.


• 3

  Place the tortilla chips on a microwave-safe serving plate; sprinkle with cheese. Heat, uncovered, on high for 1 minute or until cheese is melted. Crumble sausage mixture over chips and cheese. Top with the lettuce, tomato, onion, sour cream, guacamole and jalapeño. Serve immediately.

*Editor’s note: When cutting or seeding hot peppers, use rubber or plastic gloves to protect your hands. Avoid touching your face. This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.