Cheesy Loaded Beef Fries 🍟🧀🥩

Cheesy Loaded Beef Fries 🍟🧀🥩

Ingredients:

• 1 bag (1 lb) frozen French fries
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup marinara sauce (or your favorite tomato sauce)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Optional: sour cream, green onions, or jalapeños for garnish

Directions:

1. Cook the Fries:

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the French fries evenly on a baking sheet and cook according to the package instructions until golden and crispy.

1. Prepare the Beef Mixture:

• Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
• Add diced onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened.
• Season with paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.

1. Assemble the Dish:

• Transfer the cooked fries to a baking dish.
• Evenly spoon the beef mixture over the fries.
• Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the top.

1. Bake:

• Bake in the oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

1. Serve:

• Garnish with sour cream, chopped green onions, or jalapeños if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep time: 15 minutes, Cooking time: 25 minutes, Servings: 4, Calories: ~450 kcal per serving.