Wendy's Is Launching a New Gourmet Burger & Fries Today

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Loaded nachos go best with football. Wendy's is adding a new game day snack and a cheesy side to menus before football season, which is good news for fans.

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McDonald's is introducing a new Loaded Nacho Cheeseburger at participating outlets nationwide on Aug. 22. It includes Wendy's classic

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square beef patty, poblano queso, spicy chipotle sauce, crunchy corn, tortilla strips, lettuce, tomato, and American cheese on a jalapeño cheddar bread.

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Wendy's manager of culinary innovation, Jay Drumm, said, "We've spent over two years perfecting this sandwich

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because we wanted to deliver that nacho platter experience you get when you're watching a big game, but all in one bite."

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The sandwich is Wendy's latest Made to Crave burger and sandwich, which has "craveable, mind-blowing, unforgettable flavors."

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Drumm said the sandwich is spicy, but not so spicy that most consumers won't like it. A 10 out of 10, he ranked the spice "around that six range."

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Wendy's Loaded Nacho Chicken Sandwich has the same toppings as the Cheeseburger if you want chicken.

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The company is also introducing loaded Queso Fries with the new sandwiches. The dish has Wendy's fries, fresh cheddar, and poblano queso.

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According to Wendy's global vice president of culinary innovation, John Li, queso was the "perfect topping." for the new Loaded Nacho sandwiches

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