Hawaiian Nachos

I actually invented a recipe - Hawaiian Nachos! I served them at brunch last weekend, They were awesome and super easy to make. They can easily be prepped in advance so you can pop them in the oven right when the guests arrive and eat them minutes later.  This recipe is for a large turkey-sized platter (12” x 16”). Serves 8 to 10.

Ingredients

4 oz. Publix Sweet Ham (about ¼ thick slice, cut into small cubes)

8 oz. Can Dole Pineapple Tidbits

8 oz. Bag of Shredded Mexican Cheese

10 oz. White Tortilla Chips (restaurant style)

Paprika To Garnish

Whole Red Bell Pepper (optional)

Pickled Sliced Jalapenos (optional)

Directions

-         Cut ham and optional red pepper into ¼ inch cubes. Drain pineapple tidbits. Prep in advance and refrigerate. 

-         Once guests arrive prepare nachos for oven - place 2/3 of chips on oven ready platter.  Otherwise place on cookie sheet in shape of serving platter and slide onto platter when broiled.

-         Top with half of shredded cheese

-         Place remaining 1/3 of chips on base

-         Evenly sprinkle ham, pineapple tidbits and red bell pepper on top.

-         Top with remaining shredded cheese
-         Dust with paprika for color garnish

-         Broil for 60 to 90 seconds (watch VERY carefully so it does not burn)

Serving Suggestions/Alternate Options

-         Serve with fruit salsa – mango or peach – and sliced jalapenos on the side

-         Substitute diced sweet Vidalia onion for bell pepper (or just add) when in season
-    Add a sprinkle of shredded coconut flakes after taking out of oven. 

-         Use turkey ham if you do not eat pork