Cheese Fries (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 medium to large russet potatoes.
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2 tablespoons olive oil.
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Seasoning salt (or salt and pepper).
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1 tablespoon salted butter (14g).
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (8g).
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3/4 cup milk (any percentage).
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3/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (3oz).
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Pinch of cayenne.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
# Instructions:
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Heat oven to 475°F. Peel and cut potatoes into 8 wedges each. Toss with oil. Arrange on greased baking sheet. Season with salt.
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Cook 15 minutes. Flip and season other side. Bake 10-20 minutes more until crispy. Watch closely at end.
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Melt butter. Whisk in flour, cook 30-60 seconds. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly. Cook until thickened (3-4 minutes). Remove from heat. Add cheese gradually. Season with cayenne, salt, pepper.
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Serve fries with cheese sauce on top.
# Notes:
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Use freshly shredded cheese.
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Don't overcrowd fries.
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Add milk slowly to prevent lumps.
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Serve immediately.
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Can use different cheeses.
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Great comfort food.