Bacon Cheesy Fries Recipe
Our hand-cut fries with cheddar jack cheese, bacon, served with 2oz sour cream or ranch on the side.
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Ingredients
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Fries and Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into evenly sized fries, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
Soak the Fries
Place the cut fries in a bowl of cold water and soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Potatoes
Drain and pat dry the soaked fries. Carefully add them to the hot oil in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
- 5
Season the Fries
Remove fries from the oil and drain on paper towels. While still hot, season with salt and black pepper.
- 6
Add Cheese and Bacon
Transfer the fries to a serving dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar jack cheese and crumbled bacon generously over the fries.
- 7
Melt the Cheese
Place the loaded fries under a broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately with 2 oz of sour cream or ranch dressing on the side.