Super Bowl Loaded Nacho Fries (Printable)

Crispy fries layered with savory beef, melted cheddar, and fresh nacho toppings, ideal for a flavorful snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fries

01 - 1.5 lbs frozen French fries or fresh-cut potatoes
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp salt
06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Beef Mixture

07 - 1 lb ground beef
08 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tbsp taco seasoning
11 - 1/3 cup water
12 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Cheese Sauce & Toppings

13 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
14 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
15 - 1 cup store-bought or homemade nacho cheese sauce
16 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
17 - 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
18 - 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced
19 - 1/2 cup sour cream
20 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
21 - 2 green onions, sliced
22 - 1 avocado, diced

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss fries with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned for about 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
04 - Add chopped onion and garlic to the beef; sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
05 - Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
06 - When fries are done, transfer them to an ovenproof platter or skillet.
07 - Evenly sprinkle shredded cheeses over the fries and spoon the beef mixture on top. Drizzle with nacho cheese sauce if using.
08 - Return to the oven for 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Remove from oven and top with tomatoes, black olives, jalapeños, avocado, green onions, cilantro, and dollops of sour cream.
10 - Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything bakes on one sheet pan so cleanup is almost nonexistent
  • The seasoning blend on the fries makes them addictive even without toppings
  • You can customize toppings based on what your friends actually eat
02 -
  • Don't skip flipping the fries halfway through baking or they'll steam instead of crisp
  • Draining excess fat from the beef keeps the final dish from feeling greasy
  • Let the beef mixture cool slightly before piling it on or it might make the fries soggy
03 -
  • Use fresh jalapeños instead of pickled if you want a brighter, less acidic flavor
  • Sprinkle a little extra seasoning blend over the beef before baking for maximum flavor impact

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