How do I make loaded chili cheese fries?

Get ready for an explosion of flavors with our loaded chili cheese fries recipe! It's a fiesta in your mouth that will leave you craving for more.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make loaded chili cheese fries. Items include: Potatoes Olive Oil Salt Pepper Ground Beef Onion Bell Pepper Chili Powder Cumin Garlic Powder Paprika Diced Tomatoes Tomato Sauce Kidney Beans Shredded Cheddar Cheese Green Onions Jalapeños

Potatoes 4 large potatoes
Olive Oil 2 tablespoons
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Ground Beef 1 pound
Onion 1 medium
Bell Pepper 1
Chili Powder 2 tablespoons
Cumin 1 teaspoon
Garlic Powder 1 teaspoon
Paprika 1 teaspoon
Diced Tomatoes 1 can (14 oz)
Tomato Sauce 1 can (8 oz)
Kidney Beans 1 can (14 oz), optional
Shredded Cheddar Cheese 2 cups
Green Onions 3-4
Jalapeños 1-2, sliced

Take note
Be cautious while handling hot ingredients and sharp objects. Also, be prepared for your taste buds to go into overdrive. This recipe is not for the faint of heart!

1

Preparing the Fries

Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut the potatoes into thin strips to make your fries. You can either use fresh potatoes or frozen fries from the store. If you opt for fresh potatoes, make sure to rinse them in cold water and pat them dry. Toss the fries in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.

2

Cooking the Chili

While the fries are baking, it's time to get the chili going. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil. Dice an onion and a bell pepper, and add them to the skillet. Sauté until they are tender and slightly caramelized. Now it's time to add the ground beef and cook it until it's browned. Drain any excess fat. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine all the flavors. Finally, pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and kidney beans (if using). Let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3

Assembling the Loaded Chili Cheese Fries

Once the fries are golden and crispy, remove them from the oven. It's time to layer on the goodness! Start by generously sprinkling shredded cheddar cheese over the hot fries. Pour the chili over the cheese, making sure it covers the fries evenly. Top it off with more shredded cheddar cheese, diced green onions, and sliced jalapeños if you want an extra kick. Pop the loaded fries back into the oven for a few minutes, just until the cheese has melted and everything is hot and bubbly. Carefully remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute before digging in.