Y’all, let me tell you about my absolute favorite midnight craving that screams Texas comfort food – the Lone Star State Loaded Sweet Potato Fries! Trust me, honey, once you try these bad boys, you’ll be sneaking to the kitchen at midnight more often than you’d care to admit! 😉
Listen up, because this isn’t your regular ole sweet potato fries situation. We’re taking it to the next level with some Texas-sized flavor that’ll make your taste buds do the two-step!
Here’s what you’ll need (serves 2-3 hungry night owls):
– 2 large sweet potatoes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (because we’re fancy like that)
– 1/2 teaspoon cayenne (adjust if you’re feeling brave)
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– 1 cup shredded brisket (leftover from your Sunday BBQ)
– 1/2 cup queso fresco
– Jalapeños (as many as your heart desires)
– Chopped cilantro
– Chipotle ranch for drizzling
Now, let me walk y’all through this magical process:
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (waiting is the hardest part, I know!)
2. Cut those sweet potatoes into fries – not too thick, not too thin, just right like Goldilocks would want
3. Toss them with olive oil and seasonings until they’re all coated and looking pretty
4. Spread them on a baking sheet (don’t crowd them, they need their personal space!)
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through
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Now, while those fries are getting all crispy and beautiful:
1. Warm up that brisket
2. Once the fries are done, pile them high on a plate
3. Top with warm brisket, queso fresco, and jalapeños
4. Drizzle with chipotle ranch (be generous, we’re not counting calories at midnight!)
5. Sprinkle cilantro like you’re making it rain
Sweet baby Jesus, y’all haven’t lived until you’ve tried these! The combination of sweet and spicy, with that smoky brisket and creamy queso… it’s basically heaven on a plate!
Pro tip: If you’re feeling extra naughty, add a fried egg on top. Don’t judge me – it’s midnight somewhere!
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Trust your girl when I say, these loaded sweet potato fries are better than your ex’s cooking – and that’s the tea! 💁♀️
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to go make these again… for research purposes, of course! 😘
