Josie’s Cactus Salad

3 large tomatoes, diced 

1 large red or sweet onion, diced 

4 large nopalitos with thorns and “eyes” removed, diced 

2 cloves garlic, chopped 

1-2 serrano peppers, chopped 

1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped 

2 (15-oz.) cans ranch-style beans, drained 

1 (16-oz.) bottle Catalina dressing 

1 (14 1/2-oz.) bag nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips 

Combine all ingredients except chips, and chill at least 2 hours. To serve, place salad in a large bowl set on a platter, and arrange chips around bowl. Use chips to scoop up salad. Yield: 10 cups.