Loaded Cheese Fries Beef (Print Version)
Crispy fries, savory beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings for a flavorful comfort dish everyone will enjoy.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 bag frozen French fries or 4 large potatoes, cut into fries
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225 grams ground beef
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1 teaspoon paprika
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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150 grams shredded cheddar cheese
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120 milliliters sour cream
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40 grams diced red onion
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40 grams chopped tomatoes
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2 tablespoons chopped parsley or green onions
# Instructions:
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Set oven temperature to 220°C and allow to fully preheat.
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Arrange fries in a single layer on a baking tray and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once midway, until golden brown and crisp.
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Sauté ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Add paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking until the beef is browned and crumbled, then drain excess fat.
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Place the baked fries in a heatproof serving dish. Distribute shredded cheddar evenly, followed by the cooked ground beef.
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Return the dish to the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted.
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Drizzle sour cream over the top. Scatter diced red onion, chopped tomatoes, and herbs over the loaded fries.
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Serve hot for optimal texture and flavour.
# Notes:
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For a vegetarian alternative, substitute black beans or plant-based mince for beef.
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Experiment with cheese varieties such as mozzarella or pepper jack for additional flavour.
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For extra crispness, broil the assembled fries for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.