Super Bowl Loaded Nacho Fries (Print Version)
Crispy fries with savory beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings for a flavorful snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fries
01 - 1.5 lbs frozen French fries
02 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
03 - 1 tsp paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Beef & Seasoning
08 - 1 lb ground beef
09 - 1 tbsp olive oil
10 - 1 package (1 oz) taco seasoning
11 - 1/4 cup water
→ Cheese & Toppings
12 - 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
13 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
14 - 1/2 cup sour cream
15 - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
16 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
17 - 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños
18 - 1/4 cup chopped green onions
19 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss fries with vegetable oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
04 - Stir taco seasoning and water into beef. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
05 - Transfer baked fries to an oven-safe platter or keep on the baking sheet. Top evenly with taco beef, then sprinkle both cheeses over the top.
06 - Return to oven for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Remove from oven. Add tomatoes, black olives, jalapeños, green onions, and cilantro. Drizzle or dollop with sour cream.
08 - Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The crispy seasoned fries create a perfect sturdy base that wont get soggy like tortilla chips
- Everything happens in under an hour with mostly hands-off cooking time
- These are deceptively easy to customize for any crowd or craving
02 -
- Dont skip flipping the fries halfway through or you will end up with some soggy pieces
- Draining the beef fat prevents the final dish from becoming greasy and heavy
- Have all your toppings prepped before the fries come out the second time so you can add them while the cheese is hot
03 -
- Lining your baking sheet with parchment paper makes cleanup so much easier
- Let the cheese set for just a minute after melting so each serving holds together better