Crispy tortilla chips layered with creamy cheese sauce and fresh toppings like tomato, jalapeños, and avocado.
# What You'll Need:
→ Tortilla Chips
01 - 10 oz tortilla chips
→ Cheese Sauce
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
04 - 1 cup whole milk
05 - 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 0.5 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
07 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Toppings
10 - 1 medium tomato, diced
11 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
12 - 1 to 2 jalapeños, thinly sliced
13 - 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 0.5 cup sour cream
15 - 1 avocado, sliced or diced
16 - Lime wedges for serving
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange tortilla chips in a single layer on a large baking sheet or ovenproof platter.
02 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to form a smooth paste.
03 - Gradually whisk in milk and cook until the mixture thickens, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low and add both cheeses, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until cheese is completely melted and sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.
04 - Warm the chips in the preheated oven for 5 minutes, then remove and place on serving surface.
05 - Pour hot cheese sauce evenly over warm chips. Top immediately with diced tomato, red onion, jalapeños, and cilantro.
06 - Dollop with sour cream and add avocado slices. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
