Description
Crispy golden fries topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, and fresh parsley—an indulgent appetizer or side dish perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups frozen French fries
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: sour cream, ranch dressing, or green onions for serving
Instructions
- Bake French fries according to package instructions until golden and crispy.
- While the fries are still hot, transfer them to an oven-safe dish or tray.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the fries.
- Place back in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from oven and immediately top with crumbled bacon and chopped parsley.
- Serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream or ranch.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and flavor.
- Customize with your favorite toppings like jalapeños or diced tomatoes.
- Can be made with sweet potato fries for a twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
