Cheese Fries Recipe
Topped with a creamy cheese sauce made with jalapeños & green onions.
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Ingredients
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Fries
Cheese sauce
Finishings
Method
Cheese Fries
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Rinse potatoes and cut into evenly sized fries.
- 3
Optional: Soak cut potatoes in cold water 15-20 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 4
Drain and pat potatoes dry thoroughly.
- 5
In a large bowl, toss fries with olive oil, salt (fries), black pepper, paprika, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
- 6
Spread fries in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
- 7
- 8
Add flour and whisk to form a roux; cook 1-2 minutes.
- 9
Slowly whisk in milk until smooth and slightly thickened.
- 10
Stir in cheddar cheese and cream cheese; continue whisking until sauce is melted and smooth. Season with salt (sauce) to taste.
- 11
Add minced jalapeños to the cheese sauce and simmer 1-2 minutes to meld flavors.
- 12
When fries are done, remove from oven and transfer to a serving platter.
- 13
Pour cheese sauce over fries or serve sauce on the side.
- 14
Garnish with sliced green onions.
- 15
Serve immediately for best texture.
