Loaded Cheese Fries Recipe
Indulge in a plate of irresistibly delicious Loaded Cheese Fries that are perfect as a party appetizer or a game day snack. Crispy seasoned fries topped with a blend of melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, crispy bacon, tangy sour cream, and fresh green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Fries:
- 1 bag (28 oz) frozen seasoned French fries
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings:
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Optional: jalapeño slices or diced tomatoes for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the fries: Toss frozen fries with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
- Add cheese: Transfer fries to a dish, sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over them. Bake for 5–7 minutes until melted.
- Top and serve: Top with bacon, sour cream, green onions, and optional toppings. Serve hot.
Notes
- Try using waffle or curly fries for extra texture.
- Ranch dressing or chipotle aioli can be served on the side for dipping.
- To make it vegetarian, omit bacon or use plant-based crumbles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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