Cheesy Fries Treat (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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Two medium or big russet potatoes.
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A couple of tablespoons of olive oil.
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Salt and pepper, or use seasoning salt instead.
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One tablespoon of salted butter (14g).
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A tablespoon of plain flour (8g).
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Three-fourths of a cup of milk, any kind works.
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Shredded sharp cheddar, three-fourths of a cup (3oz).
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A tiny pinch of cayenne pepper.
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Pepper and salt, adjust to your taste.
# Instructions:
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Set oven to 475°F. Cut your peeled potatoes into 8 slices each. Coat them in oil. Lay them on a greased tray. Sprinkle salt on top.
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Bake for 15 mins, then flip and season the other side. Continue baking for another 10-20 minutes till they're crunchy. Keep an eye on them near the end.
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Melt the butter, then add flour and stir for 30-60 seconds. Slowly pour in milk while whisking nonstop. Cook till it thickens (about 3-4 minutes). Once off the heat, mix in cheese bit by bit. Sprinkle some cayenne, salt, and pepper.
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Top the fries with the cheese sauce and enjoy!
# Notes:
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Freshly shred your cheese—it melts better.
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Spread fries out so they don’t touch.
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Pour the milk little by little to avoid lumps.
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Eat this dish as soon as it’s ready.
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Any kind of cheese can be used if sharp cheddar isn’t your thing.
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Perfect treat for cozy days.