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Preheat oven to 425°F.
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Bake the French fries on a sheet pan for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway until golden and crispy.
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In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until beef is browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat.
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Transfer the baked fries to an oven-safe dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar, then top with cooked ground beef.
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Return to oven for 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
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Drizzle sour cream over the fries. Add red onion, tomatoes (if using), and chopped herbs.
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Serve the loaded cheese fries immediately.