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Cheese Fries

Crispy oven-baked fries topped with melted, gooey cheese. A simple, satisfying snack or side dish that's ready in under an hour.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
15g
Cheese Fries
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb frozen french fries
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 425°F. Spread the 1.5 lb frozen fries in a single layer on a large baking sheet.

  2. 2

    Bake the fries for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until they are golden and crispy.

  3. 3

    Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the hot fries.

  4. 4

    Return the sheet to the oven and bake for 2-3 minutes more, until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

  5. 5

    Season the cheesy fries with the 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper, then sprinkle with the 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately while hot and gooey.

Tools you’ll need

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • spatula

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