Copycat Taco Bell Nacho Fries (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb Ore-Ida Extra Crispy Frozen Fast Food Fries
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Vegetable Oil for Frying
→ For the Seasoning Mixture
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2 Tbsp Paprika
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2 tsp Salt
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2 tsp Chili Powder
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1 tsp Garlic Powder
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1 tsp Onion Powder
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1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional)
→ For the Cheese Sauce
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16 slices American Cheese
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1/4 cup Milk
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1 Tbsp Liquid from the Jar of Jalapeño Slices
# Instructions:
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Stir together the seasoning mixture ingredients in a small bowl and set aside
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Fill a saucepan with the oil to at least 3 inches deep in the pan and heat the oil to 350 degrees F
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Cook the fries in the hot oil for 6-8 minutes or until they are crispy. Then move the fries to a plate lined with paper towels to soak up the extra oil
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Unwrap the cheese and tear the slices into smaller pieces. Place the cheese and the other cheese sauce ingredients into a microwave safe bowl
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Microwave the mixture uncovered in 30 second intervals, stirring between each interval until the cheese has melted and is well combined with the other ingredients
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Place the fries in a large mixing bowl and toss them with the seasoning blend
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Serve the fries with the cheese sauce on the side and enjoy!
# Notes:
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This is a copycat of Taco Bell's popular Nacho Fries
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Adjust cayenne pepper to control spice level
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The jalapeño liquid adds authentic flavor to the cheese sauce