Grey Cup Nachos Recipe

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This is a recipe from my early days of cooking. The first time I made these was for the Grey Cup (Canadian Football Championship) of 1992 and they’ve been yummy ever since. Enjoy. This is a great base for nachos. Top with grated cheese, sour cream, salsa, green onions–whatever you like.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped

  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped

  • 1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained

  • 1 cup process cheese sauce

  • 2 (13.5 ounce) packages corn tortilla chips

Directions

  1. Place the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring to crumble, until no longer pink. Add onion and cook until tender. Drain off grease. Stir in the contents of the seasoning packet and any water if needed in order to prepare according to package directions.

  2. When the meat is done cooking, add the bell pepper, jalapeno pepper and sliced mushrooms to the skillet, and lower heat to medium. Cook and stir until vegetables are about halfway cooked, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the cheese sauce until everything is evenly coated.

  3. Serve tortilla chips topped with the meat and cheese sauce, or serve buffet style where each person can top their own nachos.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

967 Calories
52g Fat
93g Carbs
35g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 967
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 52g67%
Saturated Fat 15g73%
Cholesterol 102mg34%
Sodium 1737mg76%
Total Carbohydrate 93g34%
Dietary Fiber 8g28%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 35g69%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 391mg30%
Iron 5mg28%
Potassium 670mg14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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