🍟 Taco Bell Nacho Fries 🧀🌶️

Crispy, seasoned fries served with creamy, spicy nacho cheese sauce—your favorite fast-food snack at home!

Ingredients

For the Fries

• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 lb frozen French fries
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)

For the Nacho Cheese Sauce

• 1 tbsp salted butter
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk
• 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tbsp pickled jalapeño brine (from jar)
• 1/4 tsp chili powder

Instructions

1. Prepare Fries: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Spread fries on baking sheet. Mix paprika, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Sprinkle over fries and toss. Bake 25–30 minutes until crispy and golden.
2. Cheese Sauce: Melt butter in saucepan. Whisk in flour, cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Reduce heat, stir in cheddar until melted. Add jalapeño brine and chili powder. Keep warm.
3. Serve: Remove fries from oven, cool slightly. Serve with warm nacho cheese sauce for dipping.

Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: ~4 servings
• Kcal: ~320 kcal per serving

✨ Crispy, cheesy, and spicy—these homemade nacho fries are the ultimate snack-time indulgence!