Cheese Fries Turkey Bacon (Printable)

Golden fries layered with melted cheddar, mozzarella, and savory turkey bacon bits, perfect for sharing.

# What You Need:

→ Fries

01 - 2.2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries (or 2.2 lbs frozen fries)
02 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
03 - 1/2 tsp sea salt

→ Cheese Topping

04 - 7 oz shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 3.5 oz shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Turkey Bacon Bits

06 - 6 slices turkey bacon, finely chopped

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions
08 - 1/4 cup sour cream

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - If using fresh potatoes, soak cut fries in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
03 - Toss fries with vegetable oil and spread on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy. If using frozen fries, bake according to package instructions.
04 - Cook turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool, then crumble into bits.
05 - Once fries are cooked, transfer to an oven-safe serving dish. Sprinkle evenly with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
06 - Return fries to the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
07 - Remove from oven, top generously with turkey bacon bits, and sprinkle with chives or green onions if using.
08 - Serve immediately, with sour cream on the side if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The combination of gooey melted cheddar and mozzarella creates that perfect cheese pull that makes everything better
  • Turkey bacon adds all the smoky, savory crunch without the heaviness of regular bacon
  • These come together in under an hour but taste like something from a restaurant
02 -
  • Drying your potato fries thoroughly after soaking is absolutely crucial for crispiness—any moisture will make them steam instead of crisp
  • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet or the fries will steam each other and never get properly crispy
  • The cheese step happens fast once it hits the hot fries, so have everything ready before that final oven return
03 -
  • Sprinkle the fries with garlic powder or paprika before the initial bake for layers of flavor
  • Work quickly when transferring hot fries to the serving dish so they don't lose their heat

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