Kicked Up No-Bake Nachos

  1. Spread the corn chips in a thick layer across a large heat-proof tray or decorative platter.
  2. Ladle the chili con queso over the chips in an even layer.
  3. If desired, top with jalapeno slices.
  4. Evenly arrange the chopped avocados, green onions, and cilantro over the cheese layer and top with dollops of sour cream.
  5. Serve immediately.
  6. Chili con Queso:
  7. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  8. 1 cup diced chorizo
  9. 1 cup chopped white onions
  10. 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  11. 1 teaspoon Essence, recipe follows
  12. 1/4 teaspoon salt
  13. Pinch cayenne, or to taste
  14. 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  15. 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  16. 1 cup canned chopped mild green chiles
  17. 1 cup heavy cream
  18. 2 cups grated medium Cheddar
  19. 1 1/2 cups grated Monterey jack
  20. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat.
  21. Add the chorizo and cook until fat starts to render, about 4 minutes.
  22. Add the onions and cook, stirring, until very soft, about 6 minutes.
  23. Add the garlic, Essence, salt, and cayenne and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
  24. Add the flour and stir for 2 minutes.
  25. Add the tomatoes and chopped chiles, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  26. Slowly add the cream and stir until thick, 3 to 4 minutes.
  27. Add the cheeses and cook, stirring, until melted and well incorporated.
  28. Remove from the heat and adjust the seasoning, to taste.
  29. Serve immediately with or over chips.
  30. 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
  31. 2 tablespoons salt
  32. 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  33. 1 tablespoon black pepper
  34. 1 tablespoon onion powder
  35. 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  36. 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  37. 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  38. Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  39. Yield: 2/3 cup
  40. Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch, published by William and Morrow, 1993.

corn chips, queso, jalapeno slices, avocado, grilled green onions, fresh cilantro, sour cream

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/kicked-up-no-bake-nachos-recipe2.html (may not work)

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