Loaded Cheesy Bacon Fries 

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 700 g (1½ lb) russet potatoes, cut into thick fries

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 150 g (5 oz) cheddar cheese, shredded

• 6 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled

• 120 ml (½ cup) sour cream

• 2–3 green onions, finely sliced

Optional toppings: jalapeños, ranch dressing, chives, extra cheese

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Instructions

1. Prepare the fries

• Preheat oven to 220°C / 425°F.

• Soak potato sticks in cold water for 30 minutes (optional but helps crispiness).

• Drain, pat dry thoroughly, then toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Bake the fries

• Spread fries in a single layer on a lined baking tray.

• Bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.

3. Add cheese and bacon

• Remove fries from oven. Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the hot fries.

• Add crumbled bacon on top.

• Return to oven for 5–7 minutes until cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

4. Finish and serve

• Spoon sour cream over the fries.

• Garnish generously with sliced green onions.

• Serve immediately while hot.

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Tips

• For extra crisp fries, bake on a wire rack set over the tray.

• Mix cheddar with mozzarella for a stretchier cheese pull.

• Add sour cream after baking to keep fries crispy.

Result: Crispy fries topped with melted cheese, smoky bacon, cool sour cream, and fresh green onions—rich, indulgent, and perfect as a sharing appetizer or comfort-food meal.