Jul 14 2026
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Rob's Chips Recipe

Inspired by Seasons
Time1h 30m
Serves4

House cut Maine potato chips served with sides of our Signature Seasons' cheese sauce and bacon bits. You may choose our Gouda cheese sauce for just a dollar more

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Ingredients

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Potato Chips

Signature Cheese Sauce

Bacon Bits

Optional Gouda Cheese Sauce

Method

Preparing the Potato Chips

  1. 1

    Slice the Potatoes

    Wash and scrub the Maine potatoes thoroughly. Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, cut the potatoes into thin, even slices about 1/8 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Soak the Potatoes

    Place the sliced potatoes in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This helps remove excess starch and ensures crispiness.

  3. 3

    Dry the Potatoes

    After soaking, drain the potatoes and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the oil reaches the correct temperature.

  5. 5

    Fry the Chips

    Carefully add the sliced potatoes to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

  6. 6

    Drain and Season

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the chips from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt while still hot.

Preparing the Signature Cheese Sauce

  1. 7

    Melt Butter

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

  2. 8

    Make a Roux

    Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 1 minute until it forms a paste.

  3. 9

    Add Milk

    Gradually add the milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

  4. 10

    Add Cheese and Seasonings

    Stir in the cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

Preparing the Bacon Bits

  1. 11

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess grease.

  2. 12

    Chop the Bacon

    Once cooled, chop the bacon into small bits.

Preparing the Optional Gouda Cheese Sauce

  1. 13

    Melt Butter

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

  2. 14

    Make a Roux

    Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 1 minute until it forms a paste.

  3. 15

    Add Milk

    Gradually add the milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

  4. 16

    Add Cheese and Seasonings

    Stir in the Gouda cheese, salt, and black pepper until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

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