Best 5 Loaded Taco Waffle Fries Recipes

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Are you looking for a fun and flavourful twist to your regular taco Tuesday? Loaded taco waffle fries are the perfect combination of crispy fries, savory taco fillings, and melted cheese. This delicious dish is perfect for a quick and easy meal, a fun party snack, or even as a main course. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a mouthwatering loaded taco waffle fries that will satisfy your cravings and impress your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LOADED WAFFLE FRIES



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Make any dinner fun with my Loaded Waffle Fries, topped with a savory blend of cheese, scallions and bacon. I copied this family-favorite recipe from a local restaurant, and it's great with hot dogs, burgers or by itself. -Jeffrey Viccone, Decatur, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups frozen waffle-cut fries
1/2 to 1-1/2 teaspoons steak seasoning
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 tablespoons real bacon bits

Steps:

  • Arrange waffle fries in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 450° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. , Sprinkle with steak seasoning; toss to combine. Top with remaining ingredients. Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 404mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

TACO WAFFLE FRIES NACHOS



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Crispy baked waffles fries loaded with taco beef, tomatoes, avocado green onions and cheese.

Provided by lyuba

Categories     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 11

22 oz bag of waffle fries
1/2 lb beef
1 packet of taco seasoning
1/2 yellow onion
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3/4 cup shredded cheddar
3/4 cup shredded Monterrey Jack cheese
1 large tomato (seeds taken out and diced)
1 ripe avocado (diced)
1/2 cup chopped green onion
Optional: sour cream for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400, spread waffles fries on a large, greased cookie sheet. Make sure that fries is spread in one layer. Bake until golden and crispy.
  • While fries is baking: Heat up oil in a medium cooking pan, over medium heat, and saute diced yellow onions until translucent. Add beef, breaking in up finely, and taco seasoning. Mix well and cook until beef is fully done.
  • Once fries is cooked, transfer it to a smaller baking sheet, so it's in one thick layer. (It's okay for some to overlap here.)
  • Drain all the juice from cooked beef and spread it evenly over fries. Spread cheeses over the top and bake for 5-7 minutes.
  • Take out and spread diced tomatoes, avocado and green onion over the top and add sour cream if desired.
  • Serve right away.

LOADED CURLY-FRY NACHOS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 to 1 1/4 pounds frozen seasoned curly fries
1 1/2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack blend
2 teaspoons cornstarch
3/4 cup half-and-half, plus more as needed
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1/4 cup crumbled French-fried onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Sriracha, for dotting or drizzling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven and bake the curly fries according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, toss the cheese and cornstarch together in a small saucepan, then add the half-and-half. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until melted and smooth, about 5 minutes. Add a little more half-and-half to loosen the sauce if needed.
  • Put the curly fries on a serving plate. Drizzle with the cheese sauce and ranch dressing and sprinkle with the bacon, onions and cilantro. Dot or drizzle with sriracha to taste.

LOADED WAFFLE FRY NACHOS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: Waffle Fries, olive oil, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, ground beef, taco seasoning, Pace® Chunky Salsa, Pace® Queso Blanco, shredded mexican cheese blend, avocado, fresh cilantro

Provided by Pace

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bag Waffle Fries
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅔ cup red bell pepper
⅔ cup green bell pepper, diced
½ lb ground beef
2 teaspoons taco seasoning
1 ½ cups Pace® Chunky Salsa
1 cup Pace® Queso Blanco
½ cup shredded mexican cheese blend
1 avocado, for topping, diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, for topping, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Spread the fries in an even layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until crispy.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the red and green bell pepper and sauté for 4 minutes, or until softened and starting to blister. Add the ground beef and taco seasoning and cook for 4 minutes, breaking up the beef into small pieces, until browned and cooked through. Remove the pan from the heat. Add the Pace® Chunky Salsa and stir until fully incorporated.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a 12-inch cast iron skillet, arrange half of the waffle fries in an even layer. Spoon half of the beef mixture over the fries, then drizzle with half of the Pace® Queso Blanco and sprinkle with ¼ cup shredded cheese. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make another layer.
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted, light brown, and crispy on the top.
  • Remove the skillet from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Garnish the nachos with the avocado and cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 4 grams

WAFFLE FRY NACHOS



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My husband and two grown sons really enjoy these fun nachos-they can devour a platter of them in no time. They're also fun to make when friends come over. -Debra Morgan, Idaho Falls, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (22 ounces) frozen waffle fries
10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3 green onions, sliced
1 can (6 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2/3 cup salsa
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Sour cream

Steps:

  • Bake fries according to package directions. Transfer to a 10-in. ovenproof skillet. Top with the bacon, onions, olives, tomatoes, salsa and cheeses. Return to the oven for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 683mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Tips:

  • Prepare the waffle fries according to the package instructions. You can bake them in the oven or use an air fryer.
  • Make sure the waffle fries are crispy before adding the toppings. This will help them hold up under the weight of the toppings.
  • Use a variety of toppings to create a flavorful and visually appealing dish. Some popular options include ground beef, cheese, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavor combinations. There are endless possibilities when it comes to creating loaded taco waffle fries.
  • Serve the waffle fries immediately after they are topped. This will ensure that they are hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Loaded taco waffle fries are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up leftover waffle fries, and they can be customized to your liking. With so many different topping options to choose from, you are sure to find a combination that you love. These waffle fries are also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. Simply top the fries with their favorite taco toppings, and they will be gobbling them up in no time. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give loaded taco waffle fries a try. You won't be disappointed!

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