Layered Nachos

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 lb lean ground beef
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 12 corn tortillas, 6 inches each
• 2 (16 ounce) cans refried beans
• 6 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions

1. 1

   Heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add beef and garlic and sauté until browned, 5 minutes, breaking up beef with a wooden spoon.

3. 3

   Stir in chili powder, cumin, and salt; cook 1 to 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Heat oven to 400°F

5. 5

   Cut tortillas into quarters.

6. 6

   Place in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets.

7. 7

   Spoon 1 tablespoon refried beans on each piece, then top with 2 teaspoons beef filling and 2 to 3 teaspoons cheese.

8. 8

   Bake 7 or 8 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are slightly crisp.