Irish Nachos

Crispy potatoes topped with Maytag Cheese and your favorite toppings create these irresistible Irish Nachos, perfect for St. Patrick's Day.

Ingredients

• 3-4 large Russet potatoes
• 3 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• 2 cups Maytag Yellow Cheddar, shredded
• 1 cup Maytag Aged Gouda, shredded
• 6 slices thick-cut bacon, crumbled
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup jalapeños, sliced
• 1/2 cup tomatoes, diced
• Sour cream

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400° F. Slice potatoes into 1/8-inch rounds. In a large bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt & pepper.
2. Arrange seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping potatoes halfway. Remove from oven once golden and crispy on the edges. 
4. Transfer to a cast iron skillet or oven-safe platter, then top with Maytag Yellow Cheddar and Aged Gouda. Bake for 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. 
5. Remove and garnish with chopped bacon, onions, jalapeños, tomatoes, and sour cream. Serve immediately. 

For an extra layer of cheesy flavor and a bit of heat, we recommend adding our Spicy Beer Cheese Dip to this recipe!