Jul 17 2026
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Michigan Fries Recipe

Inspired by Lost & Found Bar & Kitchen
Time1h
Serves4

Hand cut fries, Michigan meat sauce, caramelized onions, housemade cheese whiz

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Ingredients

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Fries

Michigan Meat Sauce

Caramelized Onions

Housemade Cheese Whiz

Method

Fries

  1. 1

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into thin strips to make fries.

  2. 2

    Fry the Potatoes

    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the potato strips in batches until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per batch.

  3. 3

    Season

    Remove the fries from the oil and drain on paper towels. Season with salt while still hot.

Michigan Meat Sauce

  1. 4

    Cook the Beef

    In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.

  2. 5

    Add Vegetables

    Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion is translucent.

  3. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Caramelized Onions

  1. 7

    Cook Onions

    In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.

  2. 8

    Add Sugar

    Sprinkle sugar over the onions and continue to cook until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.

Housemade Cheese Whiz

  1. 9

    Melt Cheese

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in cornstarch until smooth.

  2. 10

    Add Milk and Cheese

    Slowly add milk while whisking. Once combined, add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt.

Assembly

  1. 11

    Assemble the Dish

    On a plate, layer the fries, top with Michigan meat sauce, caramelized onions, and drizzle with housemade cheese whiz.

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