Low Fat Fries with Cheese Sauce

Indulge guilt-free with these crispy, oven-baked Low Fat Fries with Cheese Sauce—a healthier twist on a classic comfort food! Made with thinly sliced Russet potatoes, a light coating of olive oil, and simple seasonings, these fries are perfectly golden and crunchy without the need for deep frying. The creamy, low-fat cheddar cheese sauce, enhanced with a blend of garlic, onion powder, and a hint of paprika, takes these fries to the next level. Ready in under an hour and packed with flavor, this recipe is ideal for satisfying snack cravings without the extra calories. Serve them as a stand-alone treat or pair them with your favorite entrees for a crowd-pleasing side dish. Perfect for health-conscious foodies searching for baked fries, low-fat recipes, or cheesy snacks!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Low-fat milk
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 cup Low-fat cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 3

Place the potato strips in a large bowl and add olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the fries evenly.

Step 4

Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not touching or overlapping.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fries are golden brown and crispy.

Step 6

While the fries are baking, prepare the cheese sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the low-fat milk and cornstarch. Whisk until the cornstarch is completely dissolved.

Step 7

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture starts to thicken, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, and add the low-fat cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika to the saucepan.

Step 9

Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and well combined. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more milk to reach the desired consistency.

Step 10

Remove the baked fries from the oven. Serve them immediately, drizzled with the cheese sauce or with the sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1598.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1773.4

Total Fat 41.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 59.2mg	0%
Sodium 3354.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 25.0g
Protein 71.3g	0%

Vitamin D 100.8IU	0%
Calcium 1310.2mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 6885.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.4%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 63.8%