Cheese Fries Recipe
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Ingredients
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Potatoes
Cheese Sauce
Toppings (optional)
Method
Preparing the Potatoes
- 1
Wash and Cut Potatoes
Thoroughly wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into thin fries, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
Soak the Fries
Place the cut fries in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This helps to remove excess starch and makes the fries crispier.
- 3
Dry the Fries
After soaking, drain the fries and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 4
Making the Cheese Sauce
- 5
Melt the Butter
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- 6
Add Flour
Once the butter is melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour for about 1 minute to create a roux.
- 7
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- 8
Add Cheese
Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and softened cream cheese. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and smooth.
- 9
Season the Sauce
Add black pepper and paprika to the cheese sauce. Stir well to combine, and remove from heat.
Assembling the Cheese Fries
- 10
Layer the Fries
On a serving plate, arrange a generous layer of the fried potatoes.
- 11
Pour Cheese Sauce
Drizzle the warm cheese sauce over the fries, ensuring they are well covered.
- 12
Add Toppings
Sprinkle with sliced green onions, bacon bits, and a dollop of sour cream if desired.
- 13
Serve Immediately
Serve the cheese fries hot, and enjoy!