Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSteve's Hot DogsSteve's Famous Chili Cheese Fries Recipe

Steve's Famous Chili Cheese Fries Recipe

Inspired by Steve's Hot Dogs
Time45m
Serves4

Crinkle fries topped with Steve's Famous Chili and our house-made creamy cheese sauce.

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Chili and Cheese Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chili

    In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.

  2. 2

    Add the Sauces and Seasonings

    Stir in the tomato sauce, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Make the Cheese Sauce

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens.

  4. 4

    Finish the Cheese Sauce

    Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.

  5. 5

    Cook the Fries

    Prepare the crinkle fries according to package instructions until crispy.

  6. 6

    Assemble the Dish

    On a serving plate, layer the crispy crinkle fries, top with Steve's Famous Chili, and drizzle with the creamy cheese sauce.

More from Steve's Hot Dogs