_Sips margarita while typing_
Ladies and gents, let me tell you about my absolute favorite midnight craving that’ll have your taste buds doing the cha-cha at 2 AM – Loaded Street Corn Nachos! Trust me, this isn’t your basic microwave nachos situation. This is the kind of snack that’ll make you want to send me a thank-you text at midnight.
First things first, here’s what you’ll need (because we’re fancy like that):
– Tortilla chips (the sturdy kind, we’re not playing around here)
– 2 cups of Mexican street corn (elote)
– Shredded Oaxaca cheese (or mozzarella if you’re in a pinch)
– Crema Mexicana
– Tajín seasoning
– Fresh cilantro
– Lime wedges
– Hot sauce (optional, but like, why wouldn’t you?)
Now, honey, let me walk you through this heavenly creation:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (because cold nachos are a crime)
2. Layer those chips on a baking sheet like you’re laying out your Sunday best
3. Sprinkle that gorgeous cheese all over
4. Add your street corn mixture (warm it up first, we’re not savages)
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Back to our midnight masterpiece:
1. Pop it in the oven for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is all melty and gorgeous
2. Drizzle that crema like you’re Jackson Pollock
3. Sprinkle Tajín like it’s fairy dust
4. Add fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime
The result? Pure magic, darling. The combination of warm, crunchy, creamy, and tangy will have you doing a happy dance in your PJs.
Pro tip: Want to take it up a notch? Add some pickled jalapeños or crushed chicharrones on top. Because why not live your best life?
Y’all, I can’t even tell you how many times this recipe has saved me from those late-night cravings. It’s like a warm hug from your abuela, but in nacho form.
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And remember, life is too short for boring snacks. Now go forth and nacho! 💃🌮✨
_Walks away with extra lime wedges because you can never have too much lime_
P.S. Don’t forget to share this with your friends who are always texting “u up?” with snack cravings!
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