Chili Cheese Fries

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• ½ green bell pepper (finely chopped)
• 15 ounces canned red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef stock (or broth )
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 6 cups french fries (cooked, about 32 ounces frozen)
• 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• toppings as desired (see notes)

Steps

1. 1

   Cook fries according to recipe or package directions (we love this baked fries recipe).

2. 2

   In large skillet brown ground beef, onions, and bell pepper until no pink remains. Drain any fat.

3. 3

   Stir in remaining chili ingredients and simmer for 20 minutes or until the stock has cooked down and the chili sauce has thickened.

4. 4

   Divide fries over 4 plates. Top with hot chili and cheese. Add additional toppings as desired.