Description
Cheese sauce for fries is the ultimate comfort food, transforming crispy fries into a mouthwatering treat. This simple recipe combines sharp cheddar and heavy cream for a rich, velvety texture that clings to each fry, making every bite a delightful experience. Perfect for game nights or cozy evenings, this indulgent cheese sauce is easy to whip up and sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen fries
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to the fry package instructions. Bake the frozen fries until golden brown and crispy, about 20-25 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly but not browned.
- Whisk in heavy cream gradually, then slowly add cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; stir until well combined.
- Once the fries are done baking, place them on serving plates or bowls and drizzle the cheese sauce generously over the top.
- Optionally garnish with chopped green onions or crispy bacon bits before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of fries with cheese sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg