Description
Crispy baked fries topped with seasoned ground beef, gooey cheddar, and fresh chives for a simple and satisfying comfort food.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds frozen french fries
- 8 ounces ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to the fry packaging instructions.
- Spread the frozen fries in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway if needed (20–30 minutes).
- While the fries bake, cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up until browned.
- Drain excess grease, then season the beef with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Once the fries are done, either transfer them to an oven-safe dish or keep them on the baking sheet.
- Distribute the cooked ground beef evenly over the fries.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and return to the oven for 3–6 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, top with sour cream and chopped chives, and serve immediately.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute seasoned lentils or canned chili for the ground beef. Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American