Tex Mex Poutine Loaded Fries (Printable Format)
Crinkle fries with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and savory gravy for a hearty, comforting dish.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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2 pounds frozen crinkle-cut French fries
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 pound lean ground beef
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1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons taco seasoning
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1/4 cup water
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2 cups shredded Tex Mex cheese blend
→ Gravy
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2 cups water
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50 grams brown gravy mix (two 25-gram packets; approximately 1.75 ounces total)
# Preparation Steps:
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Bake the frozen crinkle-cut French fries according to package directions until golden and crisp.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Add ground beef and use a spatula to break it apart. Add sliced onion and cook, stirring frequently, until beef is browned and onions are softened.
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Sprinkle taco seasoning over the browned beef and stir in 1/4 cup of water. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
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In a small saucepan, whisk brown gravy mix into 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Once thickened, reduce to a gentle simmer.
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Allow the seasoned beef mixture and prepared gravy to simmer for an additional 5 minutes on low heat.
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Layer baked fries on a serving platter. Spoon one-fourth of the beef mixture over fries, top generously with shredded cheese, and ladle gravy on top. Repeat for remaining servings.
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Serve immediately while hot to ensure cheese melts thoroughly.
# Supplementary Details:
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For best results, allow fries to cool slightly before assembling to prevent excess sogginess.