Cheese Fries Turkey Bacon (Print version)
Golden crispy fries topped with melted cheddar and savory turkey bacon bits, perfect for a flavorful snack.
# What you'll need:
→ Fries
01 - 1.5 lbs russet potatoes, cut into fries or frozen fries
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp salt
04 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Cheese & Toppings
05 - 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 6 slices turkey bacon
07 - 2 tbsp chopped green onions
08 - 1/4 cup sour cream
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - If using fresh potatoes, toss the cut fries with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
03 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy. If using frozen fries, cook according to package instructions.
04 - While fries bake, cook turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and chop into small bits.
05 - Remove fries from oven. Immediately sprinkle with shredded cheddar. Return to oven for 3 to 5 minutes, until cheese is melted.
06 - Remove from oven, top evenly with turkey bacon bits and green onions. Serve hot with sour cream on the side.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The combination of salty turkey bacon and sharp cheddar creates this perfect smoky cheesy situation that makes everyone reach for seconds
- You can throw these together with frozen fries in a pinch, but the homemade potato version is genuinely worth the extra effort
02 -
- Never skip the flip halfway through baking or you will end up with fries that are crispy on one side and disappointingly soft on the other
- The cheese needs to go on the fries while they are still hot from the oven or it will not melt into that perfect blanket you want
03 -
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet or the fries will steam instead of crisp, which is the one mistake everyone makes the first time
- Parchment paper is not optional unless you enjoy scrubbing baked on cheese off your bakeware for twenty minutes