What could be better than corn chips, a kick of spice, melted cheese and toppings to boot? Nothing. That’s why nachos always win in our books. Vegetarian, paleo, gluten-free and healthier versions are all included in this bean-licious collection.

Matt Preston's chilli con carne nachos

Matt Preston is calling it quits – on pickling and picnics, stirring and fuss. In honour of his new-found nonchalance, he shares a one-pot dish that proves effort is overrated.

Matt Preston's Mexican black bean and corn nachos

Mexican black bean and corn nachos

"This nacho tray bake might be the greatest Mexican dish of all time! Just go heavy on the corn, sour cream and greenery to make you feel better about its 3am postprandial decadence. Vegans: use melty vegan cheese and mash two avocados with the lime juice to make a creamy ‘mole’." – Matt Preston

Party nachos with chorizo and chilli con queso

It's nacho fault you're busy. We're not going to get jalapeno business about it. But maybe we can chip in with a quick and easy Friday night recipe, for use in queso emergency. These nachos are pretty darn tasty. In fact, you might say they're spec-taco-lar.

Skip the seasoning sachets for our one-tray chicken and bean nachos

"This upside-down nachos dish is one of my favourite one-tray recipes. There’s hardly any chopping involved, and everything goes into one tray, so there are hardly any dishes. I call this upside-down nachos because I put the chips on top of the sauce so they don’t go soggy," says Food Director Phoebe Wood.