Chile Cheese Fries Recipe
Crispy fries topped with melted cheese and zesty jalapeño peppers for a spicy kick.
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Ingredients
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Fries and Toppings
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Fries
Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the frozen fries package. Spread the fries on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake until golden and crispy.
- 2
Heat the Chili
While the fries are baking, heat the chili in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through. Stir occasionally.
- 3
Assemble the Fries
Once the fries are done baking, remove them from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the hot fries. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- 4
Top with Chili
Remove the cheesy fries from the oven and ladle the warm chili over the top.
- 5
Add Toppings
Garnish with chopped green onions, jalapeños, and a dollop of sour cream.
- 6
Serve
Serve the Chile Cheese Fries immediately while hot and enjoy!
