Texas Cheese Fries
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate crowd-pleaser with these loaded Texas Cheese Fries! Crispy, oven-baked French fries are seasoned to perfection with a savory blend of spices, then smothered in a gooey layer of melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Topped with smoky crumbled bacon, fresh green onions, and optional zesty jalapeño slices, this dish brings the bold flavors of the Southwest straight to your table. Perfectly paired with creamy ranch dressing for dipping, these cheesy fries are a versatile appetizer, snack, or game day favorite. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this easy-to-make recipe is your go-to for satisfying comfort food with a bold Texan twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 32 ounces frozen French fries
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 slices smoked bacon
- 3 stalks green onions
- 1 pepper jalapeño peppers (optional)
- 0.5 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.
Spread the frozen French fries on the baking sheet in an even layer. Drizzle olive oil over the fries and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
Bake the fries in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
While the fries are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Thinly slice the green onions and, if using, slice the jalapeño into thin rounds. Set these aside for garnish.
Once the fries are done baking, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a large, oven-safe dish or leave them directly on the baking sheet.
Sprinkle the cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the fries. Add the crumbled bacon on top.
Return the fries to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the fries from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions and jalapeño slices (if using).
Serve immediately with ranch dressing on the side for dipping. Enjoy your loaded Texas Cheese Fries!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3758 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 250.4 g | 321% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.8 g | 484% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 481 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 8806 mg | 383% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.1 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 147.9 g | 296% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 2653 mg | 204% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 5116 mg | 109% | |
*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.
