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Taco Bell Nacho Fries

Crispy seasoned fries topped with melted cheddar cheese, warm nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, and optional jalapeños for a spicy, late-night snack experience at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 large potatoes for fries
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce
  • Sour cream for serving
  • Jalapeños optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Oven
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and peel the 2 large potatoes.
  3. Slice the potatoes into thin wedges for even crisping.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  5. Toss the potato wedges in the seasoned oil mixture until evenly coated.
  6. Arrange the seasoned fries in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  8. While the fries bake, heat 1/2 cup nacho cheese sauce in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave for 30 to 45 seconds until warmed through.
  9. Remove the fries from the oven, sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over them, and return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts.
  10. Drizzle the warm nacho cheese sauce over the fries, then top with sour cream and optional jalapeños.
  11. Let the fries rest for 2 to 3 minutes to allow extra crisp, then serve immediately.

Notes

Let the fries rest a few minutes after baking to maximize crispiness before serving.