Nacho Architecture: 7 Tips for Building the Best Nachos
Mastering homemade nachos takes more than just a great recipe (though we have those, too). These 7 tips will help you build a better nacho plate.
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1. Choose the Right Hardware
To reduce cleanup and ensure that all your nachos travel safely to the serving platter, line your baking sheet with foil, folding the short ends over a couple times to serve as handles.
Get the Recipe: Beef and Chorizo Chili Cheese Nachos
2. Lay the Foundation: Chip Choice Is Key
3. Build a Solid Base
4. Plasterwork
Before you add the other toppings, give the nachos a turn under the broiler or in a hot (400 to 450 degrees F) oven, just to warm the chips and melt the cheese.
5. Assemble Smartly
6. Landscape
Get the Recipe: Beef Nachos
7. Save Finishing Touches for Last
Get the Recipe: Spicy Buffalo Chicken Nachos