My aunt makes these crispy savory bites for every backyard barbecue and it only takes 3 ingredients to create a highly addictive snack.

Preheat oven to $375^\circ\text{F}$ ($190^\circ\text{C}$). Brown 1 lb ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula. Carefully drain off excess grease into a heat-safe container.

Return the skillet to medium-low heat and stir in 1 can of undrained chili beans. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens so it won’t run off a spoon. Season with salt and pepper if needed.

Nestle 40–50 tortilla scoops upright in a single layer inside a $9\times13$-inch glass casserole dish.

Spoon warm beef chili into each scoop cup until almost full. Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar evenly over the filled scoops.

Bake at $375^\circ\text{F}$ ($190^\circ\text{C}$) for 8 to 12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chip edges look lightly toasted. Let cool for 5 minutes for the filling to set before serving.