Moody Blue Smoked Fries Recipe
smoked fries, moody blue fondue, applewood smoked bacon
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Ingredients
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For the Smoked Fries
For the Moody Blue Fondue
For the Applewood Smoked Bacon
Method
For the Smoked Fries
- 1
Prep the Potatoes
Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into fries, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
Soak the Fries
Soak the cut fries in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat dry.
- 3
Season the Fries
In a large bowl, toss the fries with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- 4
Smoke the Fries
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Spread the fries on a smoking rack and smoke for about 45 minutes, or until they are tender and infused with smoky flavor.
- 5
Crisp the Fries
After smoking, heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the smoked fries in batches for about 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
For the Moody Blue Fondue
- 6
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a medium saucepan, combine the blue cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- 7
Heat the Fondue
Heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until the cheeses melt and the mixture is smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste.
- 8
Finish the Fondue
Once the fondue is melted and well combined, remove from heat and stir in chopped chives.
For the Applewood Smoked Bacon
- 9
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the applewood smoked bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels and chop into small pieces.