Taco Bell Nacho Fries (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Fries
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Vegetable oil, for frying
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450 g bag of frozen super crispy French fries
→ Seasoning Mixture
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2 tablespoons paprika
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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2 teaspoons salt, fine
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0.25 teaspoon optional cayenne pepper
→ Cheese Sauce
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60 ml whole milk
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1 tablespoon brine from pickled jalapeños
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16 slices American processed cheese
# Instructions:
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Stir together chili powder, cayenne if you want, paprika, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder in a small mixing bowl until everything's spread out evenly.
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Fill a deep saucepan with enough oil so the fries will be covered by about 7.5 cm. Get it up to 180°C, checking with a thermometer.
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Drop the frozen fries right in the hot oil. Fry for about 6-8 minutes until they're golden and crunchy. Grab them out with a slotted spoon and let them drain on paper towels.
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Rip up the cheese slices. Toss them in a microwave bowl, add the milk and jalapeño brine. Pop in the microwave uncovered, heating for 30 seconds at a time and stirring after each go, until everything's melted and super smooth.
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Drop hot fries in a big bowl and shake them around with your seasoning mix so they get coated everywhere.
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Move your seasoned fries onto a tray and set out the cheese sauce nice and warm for dipping.
# Notes:
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Keep an eye on the oil—if it gets too cool the fries turn soggy. Best to munch right after frying for that perfect crunch.