Nacho French Fries
These loaded Nacho Fries are an easy appetizer or dinner. They're better than Taco Bell's and loaded with seasoned beef, cheese, tomatoes, and jalapenos.
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 452kcal
Cost: $7.45
Equipment
- baking sheet
- measuring cups
- medium skillet
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
NACHO FRIES:
- 1 pound frozen Crinkle Cut Fries
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt such as Lawry’s or Mrs. Dash
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ cup diced onion
- 1 cup tomato salsa
- 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
TOPPINGS:
- Green onions
- Tomatoes
- Pico de Gallo
- Jalapenos
- Sour cream
- Avocado
- Guacamole
- Salsa
Instructions
COOK FRIES:
- Place the fries in an even layer on a baking sheet.
- Cook the fries as per the package instructions.
COOK BEEF LAYER:
- While the fries cook, add beef and onion to a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, often stirring, until the beef is browned and the onions are soft.
- Drain off excess fat.
- Stir in salsa and taco seasoning and cook for 2 additional minutes.
SEASON FRIES AND LAYER:
- Once the fries are done cooking, remove them from the oven and sprinkle evenly with seasoned salt. Toss fries to coat. DO NOT TURN OFF THE OVEN!
- Add 1 cup of shredded cheese on top of the fries.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly over the fries.
- Sprinkle the last cup of cheese over the beef.
MELT CHEESE:
- Place the fries back in the oven for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Once the cheese is melted, remove the fries from the oven.
TOP AND SERVE:
- Add the desired toppings and serve immediately.
Video
Notes
The nutrition information below does not include the optional toppings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cup | Calories: 452kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 1407mg | Potassium: 761mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 493IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 276mg | Iron: 3mg