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Chipotle Cheese Fries with Avocado Crema

Smothered with spicy, smoky cheese sauce and cooling avocado crema, these chipotle cheese fries are sure to satisfy!
Servings 4
Author Karen @ The Tasty Bite

Ingredients

For the avocado crema:

  • 1 ripe medium avocado pitted
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsps fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp water

For the cheese fries:

  • 20 oz frozen waffle fries
  • 5 oz evaporated milk
  • 8 oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 LA MORENA® Chipotle Pepper in Adobo minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • LA MORENA® Whole Jalapeños sliced
  • Diced tomatoes and cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Place avocado, cilantro, sour cream, lime juice, and water in the bowl of a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and set aside.
  • Cook fries according to package instructions, until crispy and golden brown.
  • Heat milk in a saucepan over medium low heat. Place cheddar cheese (set aside 1/2 cup for garnish) and cornstarch in a bowl and toss to coat. Add cheese mixture to the saucepan and whisk until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Add chipotle pepper and stir well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place fries in a cast iron skillet or baking sheet. Top with cheese sauce, reserved cheddar cheese, and pickled jalapeno peppers. Broil on high for 3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • Garnish with avocado crema, jalapenos and diced tomatoes if desired.