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Chili Cheese Fries

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 997kcal

Ingredients

Chili

  • 1 TBSP Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Red onion diced
  • 1/4 cup Green bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 8 oz Ground beef
  • 1/2 tsp Chili powder use more or less depending on spice preference
  • 1/2 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 TBSP Scallions chopped for garnish
  • Jalapeño pepper sliced for garnish (optional)

Seasoning

  • Salt
  • Black pepper

French Fries

  • 6 oz French fries fried or baked your preference
  • Canola oil if frying
  • 4 TBSP Ranch dressing for dipping or sour cream (optional)

Soda

  • 24 oz Coca Cola cold
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Instructions

  • Optional: place a glass or mug in the freezer.
  • Prep the ingredients per the instructions above.
  • Heat a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the oil and saute the onions, peppers, and garlic until softened. Add the beef, along with the measured-out chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Brown the ground beef while breaking it up into smaller pieces with a spatula.
  • Stir in chicken broth and crushed tomato. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with a lid and simmer until you are ready to serve. While the chili is cooking make the French fries.
  • Cook the fries according to the instructions on the package for baking or frying.
  • To finish the chili: Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper or additional spices if needed.
  • Preheat the oven broiler on low.
  • Place the fries on a foil-lined baking sheet. Top with chili and cheese. Place under the broiler until melted.
  • To serve: Portion and garnish with scallions and jalapeño (if using). Serve with ranch or sour cream (if using) and soda in a frosted glass or mug if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 997kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 63g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 27g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 1484mg | Potassium: 1230mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 1605IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 505mg | Iron: 6mg