Bacon Cheese Fries Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fries
Toppings
Optional Sauces
Method
Fries
- 1
Prep potatoes
Cut the scrubbed russet potatoes into 1/4- to 1/2-inch sticks. Rinse the cut fries under cold running water until the water runs clear (removes surface starch).
- 2
Soak
Place the rinsed fries in a large bowl of cold water and soak for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator. This firms them and removes more starch for crispier fries.
- 3
Dry and coat
Drain the fries and pat thoroughly dry with clean kitchen towels or paper towels. Transfer to a large bowl, sprinkle the cornstarch over the fries and toss until evenly coated. Season with 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp black pepper and toss to combine.
- 4
Fry — first cook (blanch)
Heat 1 to 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or deep skillet to about 325°F (160°C). Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, fry the fries for 3–4 minutes until they are pale, slightly softened but not browned. Use a slotted spoon to transfer fries to a wire rack or paper towel-lined tray to drain. Let cool for 5–10 minutes.
- 5
Fry — second cook (crisp)
Increase oil temperature to 375°F (190°C). Fry the cooled fries in batches for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels and immediately sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tsp kosher salt. Keep warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven on a sheet pan while finishing other batches.
Toppings
- 6
Cook bacon
While the fries are cooling between steps, cook the bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, 8–12 minutes, turning occasionally. Transfer cooked bacon to paper towels to drain and cool, then chop into 1/2-inch pieces.
- 7
Assemble and melt cheese
Arrange hot fries on an oven-safe platter or sheet pan in a single layer (or slightly piled) and sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the fries. Scatter the chopped bacon across the cheese-topped fries. Place under a preheated broiler or in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 2–4 minutes, watching closely, until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- 8
Finish and garnish
Remove from oven, sprinkle with sliced green onions and minced chives (if using). Grind the remaining 1/2 tsp black pepper over the top. Serve immediately with optional ranch, ketchup, or hot sauce on the side.
Optional Sauces
- 9
Mix ranch with a teaspoon of hot sauce for a spicy dip, or serve ketchup on the side. Place small bowls of sauce next to the fries for dipping.