Loaded Cheese Fries with Bacon
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Loaded Cheese Fries with Bacon—a mouthwatering combination of crispy golden French fries topped with rich, velvety cheddar cheese sauce, smoky crumbled bacon, and a fresh sprinkle of green onions. Perfect for game day or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this recipe takes classic cheesy fries to the next level with a homemade cheese sauce infused with garlic and a hint of spice. Ready in just 45 minutes, these decadent fries balance creamy, crunchy, and savory flavors in every bite. Serve them straight from the oven for a snack that will have everyone reaching for seconds! Perfect for fans of cheesy snacks, bacon-loaded recipes, and easy crowd-pleasers.
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Ingredients
- 24 oz Frozen French fries
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese
- 8 slices Bacon
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 450F (232C) and arrange the frozen French fries in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake according to package instructions until crispy and golden brown, usually about 25 minutes.
Step 2
While the fries are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. This should take about 8-10 minutes. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Step 3
Prepare the cheese sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring continuously for about 1-2 minutes until a paste forms, and it starts to bubble but not brown.
Step 4
Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook until the mixture begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth. Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Once the fries are done, remove them from the oven and arrange them on a serving platter or leave them on the baking sheet.
Step 7
Drizzle the warm cheese sauce generously over the hot fries.
Step 8
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the cheese-covered fries.
Step 9
Slice the green onions and sprinkle them over the top for a fresh garnish.
Step 10
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your loaded cheese fries with bacon.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1452.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2786.5 |
| Total Fat 156.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 68.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 15.1g | |
| Cholesterol 349.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6641.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 236.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.3g | |
| Protein 102.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 175.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1523.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4927.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories