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Awesome Irish Nachos

Awesome Irish Nachos pile crisp waffle fries with taco-seasoned beef and a melty Mexican cheese blend, then finish with juicy tomatoes, briny olives, spicy jalapeños, and crunchy lettuce. It’s a fun, shareable appetizer with a balance of salty, cheesy richness and fresh toppings—perfect for game day, casual gatherings, or pub-style snacking.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Awesome Irish Nachos
  1. 1

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

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

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

  5. 5

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

  6. 6

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

  7. 7

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