Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsDixie's DinerIdaho Nachos Recipe

Idaho Nachos Recipe

Inspired by Dixie's Diner
Time40m
Serves4

Layered waffle fries with seasoned ground beef, pico de gallo, shredded cheddar and jack cheese topped with sour cream

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Ingredients

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Waffle Fries

Seasoned Ground Beef

Pico de Gallo

Cheese and Toppings

Method

Prepare Waffle Fries

  1. 1

    Bake the Waffle Fries

    Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the bag of frozen waffle fries. Spread the waffle fries in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for the time specified until crispy and golden brown.

Cook Ground Beef

  1. 2

    Brown the Beef

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 3

    Add Seasoning

    Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary. Add the taco seasoning and water to the beef, stirring to combine. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the beef is well coated and the sauce has thickened.

Make Pico de Gallo

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste. Stir well and set aside to let the flavors meld.

Assemble Nachos

  1. 5

    Layer the Ingredients

    Once the waffle fries are ready, place a layer of fries on a large serving platter. Top with the seasoned ground beef, followed by the pico de gallo, and then sprinkle the shredded cheddar and jack cheese evenly over the top.

  2. 6

    Melt the Cheese

    Place the assembled nachos in the oven for a few minutes (about 5) until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  3. 7

    Add Sour Cream

    Remove the nachos from the oven and drizzle with sour cream. Serve immediately.

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