Cheese Fries Recipe

Satisfy your craving for restaurant-quality cheese fries in just 20 minutes! This easy recipe uses frozen fries for ultimate convenience, perfect for busy weeknights. Kids will love them, and you'll love how quickly you can whip up this cheesy, crispy treat. Reheat leftover fries for a quick lunch or snack!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 51.8 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Cheese Fries

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How to Make Cheese Fries

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Arrange 2 lbs of frozen steak fries in a single layer on two greased 15x10 inch baking sheets.
  3. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
  4. While fries bake, prepare the cheese sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine 10.75 oz can condensed cheddar cheese soup, 1/2 cup milk, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
  5. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until smooth and heated through (about 5 minutes).
  6. Once fries are cooked, remove from oven and immediately drizzle with the cheese sauce.
  7. Sprinkle generously with paprika.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

10g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cheese Fries?

Cheese Fries takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cheese Fries?

Cheese Fries has approximately 51.8 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cheese Fries?

The key ingredients for Cheese Fries are Steak Style French Fries, Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup, Milk, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Paprika. See the full list with measurements above.

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