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Cheesy Baked Tortilla Chips Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced jalapeños
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Cut the tortillas into wedges and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the tortilla wedges.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños, and cilantro on top of the cheese.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
- 350°F
Serving size:
- 2-4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 9g
- Fiber: 3g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of cheese you prefer.
- If you don't like spicy food, you can omit the jalapeños.

Variations:
- You can add other toppings such as black beans, corn, or avocado.
- You can also use flour tortillas instead of corn tortillas.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to cut the tortillas into wedges of similar size to ensure even baking.
- You can also broil the chips for a minute or two at the end to get a crispy top.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the chips on a baking sheet and bake in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the chips on a platter with a side of salsa or guacamole.

Garnishes:
- You can garnish with extra cilantro or a sprinkle of chili powder.

Pairings:
- These chips pair well with a cold beer or a margarita.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with a side of Mexican rice or a simple salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cheese is not melting, you can broil the chips for a minute or two at the end.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store any leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.

Food history:
- Tortilla chips were first mass-produced in the 1940s in Los Angeles, California.

Flavor profiles:
- These chips are cheesy, spicy, and fresh with the addition of tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or snack.

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Taste: Crispy, Cheesy, Savory, Tangy, Salty