Really crunchy, cheesy fries
Components:
- Four big russet potatoes
- Two to three teaspoons of olive oil
- To taste, add salt.
- Half a teaspoon of black pepper
- Half a teaspoon of optional garlic powder
- Half a teaspoon of optional paprika
- One cup of shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack or mozzarella, if you want)
- 1/4 cup of optionally grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor
- Freshly chopped parsley (optional garnish)
- Ranch dressing or sour cream (optional, for dipping)
Directions:
1. Get the potatoes ready:
Set the oven’s temperature to 425°F (220°C).
Scrub the potatoes well to remove any remaining dirt. For more flavor and texture, leave the skins on.
Slice the potatoes into uniformly thin fries that are about 1/4 inch thick. Fries will be crispier if they are thinner.
2. Soak the Potatoes (Optional for added crispiness): Let the cut fries soak for at least half an hour in a big bowl of cold water. This makes fries crispier by removing extra starch.
Use a paper towel to pat the fries dry after soaking in order to extract as much moisture as possible.
3. Arrange the dry fries on a sizable baking sheet and season and coat them.
Toss the fries to ensure they are equally coated after drizzling them with olive oil.
To guarantee even seasoning, add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika (if using) and mix one more.
4. Bake the Fries: Make sure the fries don’t overlap by spreading them out in a single layer on the baking pan. This aids in their uniform crisping.
To make sure the fries cook evenly, rotate them halfway through the 25 to 30 minutes that they are baked. Bake until all sides are crispy and brown.
5. Add the Cheese: Take the fries out of the oven when they are golden and crispy.
Top the sizzling fries with an even layer of shredded cheddar cheese right away. For added taste, you can also add some Parmesan.
Put the fries back in the oven and bake them for a further five to seven minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and melted.
6. Serve: Take the cheese fries out of the oven and, if desired, top them with fresh parsley for some color.
Serve right away with your preferred dipping sauce, ranch dressing, or sour cream.
Advice:
To get extremely crispy fries, you may alternatively cook them in hot oil rather than baking them, but this will take a little more effort. Make sure the fries are not packed too densely in the oven and are arranged in a single layer.
Choose from a variety of cheeses, such as gouda for a smokey flavor or mozzarella for a stretchy, gooey texture.
For a spicy twist, garnish with jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce.
These Super Crispy Cheesy Fries go well with burgers or sandwiches as a side dish, appetizer, or snack! Have fun!