Loaded French Fries

Golden, crispy French fries loaded with melted cheese, bacon, green onions, and a drizzle of sour cream on a baking tray.

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Loaded French fries are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any gathering or weeknight indulgence. Pile them high with melty cheese, crispy bacon, fresh jalapeños, and a sprinkle of green onions for a dish that’s as fun to eat as it is to make!

Prep Time5

Cook Time30

Total Time35

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Serene

Equipment

large baking sheet

Ingredients

28 ounce bag frozen French fries (can use any style)
2 cups Colby jack cheese grated
6 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
3 scallions thinly sliced
pickled jalapeños to taste

Toppings

¼ cup sour cream
½ cup ranch dressing

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425℉, or to heat according to directions on the French fries.
Line a large baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking sheet and spread the fries out into a single layer.
Bake the fries for 25-30 minutes or according to directions on the package, tossing the fries halfway through baking.
While the fries bake, prepare the toppings by cooking and chopping the bacon, and grating the cheese.
Sprinkle the cheese on top of the fries, then add the crumbled bacon, and continue to bake an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Top the fries with pickled jalapeños, diced green onion and a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Serve with ranch dressing for dipping.

Notes

French Fries: Choose your favorite type—crinkle, shoestring, waffle, or steak fries. Bake or fry them for that crispy perfection. Frozen fries keep things quick and easy. Or make loaded sweet potato fries!

Cheese: Go for melty varieties like cheddar or Monterey Jack. Shredded cheese melts evenly, and broiling gives it that irresistible gooey texture.

Jalapeños: Fresh adds heat and crunch, while pickled jalapeños offer a tangy option with milder spice.

Air Fryer: Use your air fryer to cook the French fries and then spread them out to broil with the cheese for a quick melt.

Deep-Frying: Do you have a deep-fryer? Use that to cook your fries!

Storage: For the best results, serve these loaded fries right away to keep them crispy. Leftovers don’t reheat well, so it's best to enjoy them fresh while they're at their peak!

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