Cheeseburger French Fry Bake

 Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 bag (20–24 oz) frozen French fries
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup diced onion (optional)
• ½ cup diced pickles (optional but )
• Salt & pepper, to taste

 Burger Sauce:

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp mustard
• 1 tbsp pickle relish
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika

 Instructions:

1. Cook the fries

• Bake fries according to package directions until crispy
   (Important so they don’t get soggy later)

2. Cook the beef

• In a skillet, cook ground beef + onions
• Season with salt & pepper
• Cook until browned, then drain excess grease

3. Make the sauce

• Mix all burger sauce ingredients until smooth

4. Assemble

In a baking dish:

1. Layer crispy fries
2. Add cooked beef
3. Sprinkle cheese generously

5. Bake

• Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–15 minutes
  until cheese is melted and bubbly

6. Finish

• Drizzle burger sauce over the top
• Add pickles if using

 Tips:

• Use crinkle-cut fries for better texture
• Add cheese in layers (fries → cheese → beef → cheese) for max melt
• Broil 2–3 minutes at the end for crispy cheesy edges

 Optional Add-Ons:

•  Bacon bits
•  Diced tomatoes
•  Jalapeños
•  Cheese sauce drizzle for extra indulgence