Fried potatoes with cheese sauce

Fried potatoes with cheese sauce

Appetizer

Item Rating: 59/100

1 serving (150 grams) contains 400 calories, 8.0 grams of protein, 25.0 grams of fat, and 35.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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634.9
calories
12.7
protein
55.6
carbohydrates
39.7
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (238.1g)
Calories
634.9
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 39.7 g 50%
Saturated Fat 15.9 g 79%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 31.7 mg 10%
Sodium 952.4 mg 41%
Total Carbohydrates 55.6 g 20%
Dietary Fiber 4.8 g 17%
Sugars 3.2 g
protein 12.7 g 25%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 238.1 mg 18%
Iron 2.4 mg 13%
Potassium 714.3 mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

🍯 Low sugar
⚠️ Contains trans fat
🧈 High saturated fat

Source of Calories

35.3%
8.1%
56.7%
Fat: 357 cal (56.7%)
Protein: 50 cal (8.1%)
Carbs: 222 cal (35.3%)

About Fried potatoes with cheese sauce

Fried Potatoes with Cheese Sauce is a flavorful comfort dish blending crispy, golden-brown fried potato slices or wedges with a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Popular in American and European cuisines, this indulgent snack or side pairs the satisfying crunch of fried potatoes with the savory melt of cheddar, gouda, or other cheese varieties. The dish provides carbohydrates and essential minerals like potassium from the potatoes, while the cheese contributes protein and calcium. However, it is calorie-dense due to frying in oil and the heavy cheese-based sauce, which may be high in saturated fat and sodium. To enhance its nutritional profile, one might opt for oven-baked potatoes, reduced-fat cheese, or a lighter sauce variation. Fried Potatoes with Cheese Sauce is best enjoyed mindfully, as part of an occasional treat rather than a regular staple.