Cheesy BBQ Fries with Ranch (Printable Version)

Smoky BBQ-seasoned fries loaded with melted cheese and served with creamy homemade ranch dip for dipping.

# What You Need:

→ Fries

01 - 28 oz frozen French fries
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons BBQ seasoning blend

→ Toppings

04 - 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Homemade Ranch Dip

06 - 0.5 cup mayonnaise
07 - 0.5 cup sour cream
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon dried dill
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
13 - 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
14 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
15 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss frozen fries with olive oil and BBQ seasoning until evenly coated. Spread fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, minced garlic, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate until ready to serve.
05 - Remove fries from oven and immediately sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return to oven for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
06 - Transfer fries to a serving platter and sprinkle with sliced spring onions. Serve hot alongside homemade ranch dip.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It uses frozen fries and pantry staples, so you can pull it together without a grocery run.
  • The smoky BBQ seasoning and melted cheddar create an addictive sweet and savory combo.
  • Homemade ranch dip tastes leagues better than store bought and takes just minutes to whisk together.
  • It works as a snack, a side dish, or even a guilty pleasure dinner when you are too tired to cook properly.
02 -
  • Do not skip flipping the fries halfway through baking, or you will end up with one soggy side and one burnt side.
  • Add the cheese only after the fries are fully crispy, otherwise the moisture from melting cheese will make them limp.
  • Let the ranch dip sit in the fridge for at least 10 minutes so the dried dill and garlic can bloom and the flavors come together.
03 -
  • Use a wire rack on top of the baking sheet if you have one, it allows hot air to circulate under the fries for even crispier results.
  • Taste the ranch dip before serving and adjust the salt, lemon, or garlic to your preference, homemade dip should always reflect your taste.
  • If you are making these for a crowd, double the batch and use two baking sheets so the fries are not crowded and stay crispy.
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