Veg-Head Nachos with Green Chili Queso and Spicy Refried Beans

Rachael served these fabulous nachos at her
2012 Feedback Party in Austin, Texas!

Ingredients

For the green chili queso:

• 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups shredded yellow cheddar cheese
• 1 can green chilies (4 ounces, to taste)
• Salt and pepper

For the spicy refried beans:

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, grated or minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 can spicy vegetarian refried beans (16 ounces)
• 1 bag tortilla chips, such as RW Garcia brand

For garnish:

• Pickled red onions
• Sliced pickled jalapeños

Preparation

For the queso: Heat the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour for 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and cook to thicken, about 2 minutes. Stir in the cheese to melt, then the green chilies. Season with salt and pepper.

For the beans: Place a medium size saucepot over medium heat and add the oil. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the cumin and coriander and let cook for an additional minute, or until fragrant. Add water and bring to a simmer, then add the beans. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper. The consistency should be pourable.

To serve, place a serving of chips in a bowl and pour a generous spoonful of beans over the top. Then pour some queso dip on top of that and garnish with pickled red onions and jalapeños.