Awesome Irish Nachos

These Irish nachos feature waffle fries garnished with fresh tomatoes, olives, jalapeños, and lettuce for a first-rate St. Patrick's Day appetizer.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 349 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
• 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 (14 ounce) package frozen waffle fries
• 3 leaves romaine lettuce, chopped
• 3 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste
• 3 tablespoons guacamole, or to taste
• 0.5 cup sliced jalapeno peppers
• 0.5 cup sliced black olives

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

Step 2

Arrange waffle fries in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until light golden in color, 12 to 20 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess grease. Stir in taco seasoning and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more.

Step 5

Return to the oven until cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Transfer baked fries to a 9x13-inch baking pan. Spread seasoned ground beef evenly over fries. Cover beef with cheese.

Step 7

Garnish with tomatoes, olives, jalapeños, and lettuce to serve. Dollop sour cream and guacamole on top.