SIDE ESSENTIALS: SEASONED CHEESY FRIES
This recipe is not so much about the fries, as it is the seasoning and the cheese sauce. This go great on a plateful of French fries, and are equally good on steamed veggies. Or as a seasoning for a nice juicy burger. We will be using them on fries; but, not just any old fries... But, more on that later. So, you ready... Let's...
Provided by Andy Anderson !
Categories Potatoes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- 1. PREP/PREPARE
- 2. I used to deep fry my French fries... until I became acquainted with Bonnie's oven-baked fries; now, it is my go-to method for making fries. You can use any fries that you desire. You can make your own recipe, buy a bag of frozen... Up to you. However, if you want really yummy, oven-baked fries, check out this recipe. I do not think that you will be disappointed: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/side/potatoes/best-oven-baked-fries-and-potato-wedges-2.html?r=4
- 3. The making of the sauce can be a bit tricky. If your burner is too high, or you let it cook too long it can get a grainy texture. I would have a bit of extra cheese, and evaporated milk on hand, just in case you need to do some adjusting. Finally, I like to check the seasoning as it cooks. And, depending on the type of cheeses being used, I find that it usually needs a bit of salt, to help bring out the flavors.
- 4. Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
- 5. THE SEASONING
- 6. Combine the ingredients for the seasoning in a small bowl, and reserve.
- 7. THE FRIES
- 8. If you are using Bonnie's recipe, then sprinkle on a good portion of the seasoning, just before you put them into the oven. If you are using frozen fries, then follow package directions for baking, and sprinkle on the seasoning just before you put them into the oven.
- 9. THE CHEESE SAUCE This is a fairly straightforward way to make a good cheese sauce. You can vary it using different cheeses, and spices.
- 10. Add the grated cheese, and toss with the arrowroot powder, and cumin, until thoroughly coated.
- 11. Pour in the evaporated milk, and set the temp to medium low.
- 12. Stir until the cheese has melted into the liquid.
- 13. When fully melted, set the burner to low, low (just enough to keep it warm), until needed.
- 14. Remove the fries from the oven.
- 15. PLATE/PRESENT
- 16. You can go about this in several ways: 1. On The Side: Place the fries on a plate, sprinkle on a bit more seasoning, and serve the cheese on the side. 2. Over The Top: Follow method 1; however, instead of having the cheese on the side, drizzle it on top. 3. Cheesy French Fry Bowl: My personal fav. Put the fries in an individual bowl, sprinkle on some seasoning, drizzle with cheese, give them a fork, and stand back. And a sprinkle of crispy bacon bits would be a brilliant addition. Enjoy.
- 17. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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Ahmed Fahim
[email protected]These fries were a great way to use up leftover potatoes. They were also a fun and easy snack to make.
Ahmed ghouireg
[email protected]These fries were amazing! I will definitely be making them again and again.
mohammed Abdu
[email protected]The fries were not as cheesy as I would have liked. I think I will add more cheese next time.
Earl Tolbert
[email protected]These fries were a bit greasy for my taste. I think I will try baking them next time instead of frying them.
Mahir Newz
[email protected]I made these fries for my kids and they loved them. They said they were the best fries they had ever had.
Mainul Ansari
[email protected]These fries were delicious! I loved the seasoning and the cheese sauce was perfect.
Jamaica Love
[email protected]Overall, these fries were a good side dish. They were easy to make and they tasted good. I would recommend them to others.
gorine turkey twrke
[email protected]The fries were not as crispy as I would have liked. I think I will try frying them for a bit longer next time.
Okafor emeka
[email protected]These fries were a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt next time.
Isma'il Khalid
[email protected]I added some chopped bacon to the fries and they were even better. I highly recommend this recipe.
Mycroft Dixon
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the fries turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
Cindy Lou
[email protected]These fries were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. I will definitely be making them again.
Mystic Heart
[email protected]I made these fries for a party and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved them!
M R N
[email protected]These cheesy fries were a hit! The seasoning was perfect and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making these again.