Cheeseburger French Fry Bake

Here’s a fun and super cheesy Cheeseburger French Fry Bake recipe—basically a comfort food dream! 🍔🍟🧀

Ingredients (serves 4–6)

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tsp paprika or chili powder (optional)
• 1 bag (about 20 oz / 570g) frozen French fries
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and mozzarella)
• ¼ cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp mustard (optional)
• Optional toppings: diced pickles, chopped tomatoes, sliced green onions

Instructions

1. Preheat oven: 200°C (400°F). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook beef:
   • In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika until fully browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Assemble bake:
   • Spread half of the frozen French fries in the bottom of the baking dish.
   • Layer the cooked ground beef mixture over the fries.
   • Spread ketchup and mustard evenly over the beef layer (optional).
   • Top with the remaining fries.
4. Add cheese:
   • Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
5. Bake:
   • Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until fries are cooked and golden, and cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve:
   • Let cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with optional toppings like pickles, tomatoes, or green onions.

💡 Tips:

• For crispier fries, partially bake them before layering.
• Add bacon bits or jalapeños for extra flavor.
• Can be made ahead of time and baked when ready to serve.