Description
Crispy golden fries meet melted cheese and savory toppings in this mouthwatering Ultimate Cheesy Loaded Fries masterpiece. Perfect for game nights or casual gatherings, you’ll devour these irresistible crowd-pleasing fries that blend comfort and flavor in every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
French Fries:
- 4 cups French fries (frozen or fresh)
- 1 tablespoon (1 tbsp) olive oil
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1/2 teaspoon (1/2 tsp) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (1/2 tsp) black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon (1/2 tsp) paprika
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce
- 1 tablespoon (1 tbsp) fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the fries by either baking or deep-frying until achieving a golden-brown, crispy exterior. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Select your preferred cheese fusion variation:
Classic rendition: Layer mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly across the hot fries, then transfer to a preheated oven at 375°F for 3-5 minutes until the cheese melts completely and becomes gloriously bubbling.
Spicy Alfredo twist: Cascade creamy Alfredo sauce over the crisp fries, dust with smoky paprika, and bake until the cheese transforms into a molten blanket.
Marinara pizza-inspired: Spread rich marinara sauce across the fries, distribute mozzarella and cheddar strategically, then bake at 400°F until the cheese develops a tantalizing golden-brown surface.
Herbaceous loaded version: Combine mozzarella and cheddar with finely chopped fresh parsley, then bake until the cheese reaches a perfectly melted, slightly crisp texture.
- Elevate the presentation by scattering additional fresh parsley across the top, providing a vibrant finishing touch that adds both visual appeal and a burst of aromatic freshness. Serve immediately while the cheese remains gloriously melted and the fries maintain their crisp integrity.
Notes
- Crisp fries perfectly by patting potatoes dry before cooking to remove excess moisture and ensure maximum crunchiness.
- Experiment with cheese blends like Gruyère or Monterey Jack for deeper, more complex flavor profiles.
- For gluten-free option, use certified gluten-free fries and confirm cheese does not contain gluten additives.
- Elevate presentation by serving on a hot cast-iron skillet to keep cheese melted and fries warm during serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 507 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 548 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 57 mg