Bacon Cheese Fries
These tempting potatoes are one finger food I can make a meal of. Quick to fix, they're a hit at parties and as a snack. Ranch dressing is a tasty alternative to sour cream.
These tempting potatoes are one finger food I can make a meal of. Quick to fix, they're a hit at parties and as a snack. Ranch dressing is a tasty alternative to sour cream.
- Carbohydrate 36.4887123588755 g
- Cholesterol 34.2650000146457 mg
- Fat 39.737883568425 g
- Fiber 5.33953915320637 g
- Protein 10.2274597684173 g
- Saturated Fat 11.8405393215984 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (166g)
- Sodium 1048.54565284683 mg
- Sugar 31.1491732056691 g
- Trans Fat 2.41885274893997 g
- Calories 535 calories
Step-by-step
- Cook French fries according to package directions.
- Place fries on a broiler-proof dish or platter.
- Sprinkle with cheese, onions and bacon.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Serve with ranch dressing.
Optimizing the Base and Broiling Technique
Monitoring the broiler during the final two minutes prevents burnt edges while ensuring the cheddar cheese reaches a complete, uniform melt. Frozen potatoes require high heat exposure to drive off surface moisture before toppings are added, making proper oven preheating non-negotiable. Because shredded dairy burns rapidly under direct radiant heat, keep the platter positioned roughly six inches from the heating element. Thinly slicing the green onions allows them to soften just slightly from the residual heat of the melted cheese without losing their sharp, clean bite.
Storage and Dietary Adaptations
Leftover assemblies do not hold well in the refrigerator because the starches in the potatoes retrograde and turn rubbery upon cooling. Freezing fully dressed plates creates a soggy texture when thawed, so store component parts separately if meal-prepping for future snacks. Raw potatoes keep in the freezer for up to three months when unbaked, allowing you to portion out exact amounts on demand. Substituting plant-based shreds for the dairy cheese works well if you select a product with a high oil content designed to melt smoothly at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
