Cheese Fries Recipe
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Ingredients
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Potato Preparation
Cheese Sauce
Toppings
Method
Potato Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into thin strips to create fries.
- 2
Soak the Potatoes
Place the cut fries in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This helps to remove excess starch.
- 3
Dry the Potatoes
After soaking, drain the fries and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 4
Fry the Potatoes
In a large pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the fries in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with salt immediately.
Cheese Sauce
- 5
Make the Roux
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until bubbly.
- 6
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- 7
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper to taste. Mix well.
Assembly
- 8
Assemble the Cheese Fries
Place the hot fries on a serving platter. Drizzle the cheese sauce generously over the fries.
- 9
Add Toppings
Top with sour cream, chopped green onions, and jalapeños as desired.
- 10
Serve
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your delicious cheese fries!