Copycat Taco Bell Nacho Fries Bellgrande Recipe

Name: Copycat Taco Bell Nacho Fries Bellgrande
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef for meat; Nacho Cheese Sauce; 1/2 yellow onion, peeled and roughly chopped; 1 green bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 1/2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns; 2 cups whole milk; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar; 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated; 2 cups Velveeta cheese, grated; 1 (32 ounce) bag frozen french fries; French Fry Seasoning; 1 tablespoon sweet paprika; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; Toppings; 2/3 cup sour cream; 2 tomatoes, chopped

Servings: persons

3 cups Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef for meat
Nacho Cheese Sauce
1/2 yellow onion, peeled and roughly chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 1/2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
2 cups Velveeta cheese, grated
1 (32 ounce) bag frozen french fries
French Fry Seasoning
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Toppings
2/3 cup sour cream
2 tomatoes, chopped

1
In a small bowl mix together French Fry Seasoning ingredients.
2
Cook frozen French Fries according to package directions; halfway through cooking, sprinkle french fries with french fry seasoning and toss to coat. Set cooked fries aside.
3
Nacho Cheese Sauce:
4
In a large saucepan over medium, heat oil. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally until onion has softened about 5 to 7 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk, tomato paste, and vinegar, until well combined; allow to steep for 20 minutes.
5
In a large heatproof bowl, combine grated cheeses, Place a fine mesh strainer over the bowl containing the cheese. Strain milk mixture into the bowl. Discard solids from strainer.
6
Using a wooden spoon stir cheese mixture until smooth and saucy. If cheese doesn't melt completely, set bowl over a pot of simmering water and stir until cheese melts and mixture comes together.
7
On a large platter top Seasoned French Fries with Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef, Nacho Cheese Sauce, sour cream, and tomatoes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef for meat, Nacho Cheese Sauce, 1/2 yellow onion, peeled and roughly chopped, 1 green bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Copycat Taco Bell Nacho Fries Bellgrande falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Copycat Taco Bell Nacho Fries Bellgrande

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Variations & substitutions

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