Wo-waffle Cheese Fries Small Recipe
Make Wo-waffle Cheese Fries Small Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Fries
Cheese Sauce
Toppings & Garnish
Method
Fries
- 1
Preheat and prepare
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and arrange a wire rack on top if available for extra crispness.
- 2
Spread the frozen waffle fries in a single layer on the prepared sheet. If desired, toss the fries lightly with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to promote even browning.
- 3
Season lightly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- 4
Bake according to package directions for crispy fries, typically 18–22 minutes, flipping once halfway through. If using a convection oven, check at 12–16 minutes. Fries should be golden brown and crisp.
- 5
Once crisp, transfer fries to a serving plate or shallow oven-safe dish, leaving oven on (or set to low to keep warm).
Cheese Sauce
- 6
Make a roux
While the fries bake or in a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter until foaming but not browned.
- 7
Add 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for 45–60 seconds to cook the raw flour taste, forming a blond roux.
- 8
Add milk and thicken
Gradually whisk in 3/4 cup whole milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1–2 minutes.
- 9
Incorporate cheeses and seasonings
Lower heat to low. Remove the pan from direct heat and stir in 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar and 1 ounce softened cream cheese a small amount at a time until melted and smooth. Stir in 1/4 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/8 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 tsp kosher salt, and 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Keep warm on lowest heat or transfer to a small insulated container.
- 10
If sauce becomes too thick, thin with up to 1–2 tablespoons additional milk, stirring until desired pourable consistency is reached.
Assembly & Garnish
- 11
Pour or spoon the warm cheese sauce evenly over the hot waffle fries, covering them but leaving some ridges visible for texture.
- 12
Sprinkle the chopped crispy bacon (if using) and sliced pickled jalapeños (if using) over the sauced fries.
- 13
Finish with the thinly sliced green onions scattered across the top.
- 14
Serve immediately while fries are hot and cheese sauce is gooey. Provide napkins and a fork for easy eating.