Cheese Fries with Turkey Bacon (Printable)
Golden fries layered with melted sharp cheddar and crispy turkey bacon bits.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fries
01 - 1.5 lbs russet potatoes, cut into fries
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 0.5 tsp salt
04 - 0.25 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 - 0.25 cup sour cream
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss cut fries with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
03 - Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
04 - Cook turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 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 3-5 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 Hints:
01 -
- The contrast between crispy oven fries and gooey melted cheese is absolutely irresistible
- Turkey bacon brings all the savory crunch without the heaviness of regular bacon
- Everything comes together in under an hour for the perfect comfort food fix
02 -
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet or the fries will steam instead of crisp up
- Let the turkey bacon drain on paper towels to remove excess grease before chopping
- Add the cheese immediately after removing fries from oven while they are still screaming hot
03 -
- Cut potatoes into uniform sizes so they all cook at the same rate
- Season immediately after baking while the fries are hot and slightly oily