For the Ground Beef:

1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef with the spices and hot sauce, breaking the meat up so it doesn’t form large chunks. Once cooked, set aside.

For the Cheese Sauce:

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 Tablespoon butter for the cheese sauce.
2. Whisk in the flour and cook until it begins to brown and bubble, approximately 1 minutes.
3. Whisk in milk and cook until thickened, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Finally, stir in 1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Keep warm on low heat.

To Assemble the Nachos:

1. Make a single layer of tortilla chips on a rimmed baking sheet.
2. Dot the refried beans throughout the chips.
3. Add a layer of 3/4 of the meat, then top with the Monterrey jack and cheddar cheese for the nachos.
4. Broil under High heat until the cheese is melted.
5. Add a final layer of the meat and top with cheese sauce.
6. Finally, top with all your favorite toppings - cilantro, green onion, sour cream, chopped avocado, salsa, hot sauce and jalapeños.
7. Serve immediately.