Super Bowl Cheese Fries (Printable Version)

Golden fries layered with cheddar, Monterey Jack, and crumbled turkey bacon for sharing.

# Ingredient List:

→ Potatoes

01 - 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into fries
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Cheese & Toppings

07 - 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
08 - ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
09 - 6 strips turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
10 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
11 - ¼ cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the potato fries with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
04 - While the fries are baking, cook the turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels, then crumble.
05 - Once fries are done, sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the hot fries. Scatter the crumbled turkey bacon on top.
06 - Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
07 - Remove from oven. Top with green onions and parsley. Serve hot with sour cream on the side, if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The fries get impossibly crispy without deep frying, so you can actually breathe in your kitchen afterward
  • Turkey bacon brings this smoky, savory crunch that somehow works even better than regular bacon
  • Everything comes together on one pan, making cleanup almost nonexistent
02 -
  • Do not crowd the baking sheet or the fries will steam instead of crisp, use two sheets if needed
  • Let the cheese set for about 2 minutes after taking it out of the oven, otherwise it slides right off when you try to eat them
03 -
  • Use a box grater instead of buying pre-shredded cheese, it melts so much better without the anti-caking coating
  • Season your fries immediately when they come out of the oven, hot surfaces hold onto seasoning better

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