Emeril’s Beef Chili Cheese Fries

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 5
Emeril's Beef Chili Cheese Fries recipe - a delicious and hearty meal for any occasion
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups chopped yellow onions
salt
cayenne
2 lbs ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
3 cups canned diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 cups beef broth
3 -4 tablespoons masa harina flour
1 bag frozen french fries or ( 1/2 lb ) bag waffle-shaped French fries
1/2 lb grated cheddar cheese
1/2 lb grated monterey jack cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup sliced pickled jalapeno pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
1125
Sugar
7g
Fat
66g
Emeril's Beef Chili Cheese Fries is a hearty and delicious meal perfect for satisfying any comfort food cravings. This dish features crispy French fries, smothered with a spicy homemade chili, and topped with a mixture of cheddar and Monterey jack cheeses. The dish is then baked until the cheese is melted and bubbling, with a dollop of sour cream and sliced jalapeno peppers on top. This dish is easy to prepare and perfect for sharing with friends and family. It's a crowd-pleasing recipe that's sure to impress anyone who tries it!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 450°F.
2.In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
3.Add the onions and a pinch of salt and cayenne pepper and cook until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
4.Add ground beef, chili powder, cumin, crushed red pepper flakes, oregano, and garlic.
5.Cook until the beef is fully browned, stirring occasionally (about 10 minutes).
6.Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Bring mixture to a simmer.
7.In a small bowl, whisk together the masa harina flour with 1/2 cup of water.
8.Stir the masa harina mixture into the chili and let it simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
9.While chili is simmering, bake the French fries according to package instructions.
10.Combine the grated cheddar and Monterey jack cheese together.
11.Spread fries in a single layer on a baking sheet and top with chili.
12.Sprinkle cheese on top of chili and return to the oven for 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted.
13.Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and sliced jalapeno peppers on top.

PROS

This hearty chili cheese fries dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a game day snack or a satisfying family dinner.

It’s easy to customize by adding or subtracting ingredients and can be made to fit your individual preferences.

CONS

This dish is high in calories, fat, and sodium and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It can also be time-consuming to prepare with many steps and ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutritious ingredients like lean ground beef and tomatoes.
The chili powder and cumin can also have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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