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French Fries with Grated Cheese

Crispy golden fries topped with a generous shower of grated cheese. A simple, satisfying snack or side that comes together in minutes.

Total time
30 min
Servings
2
Calories
450
Protein
12g
French Fries with Grated Cheese
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F. Spread the 1 lb frozen french fries in a single layer on a baking sheet.

  2. Step 2

    Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.

  3. Step 3

    Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with 1 cup grated cheddar cheese and 0.5 tsp salt. Let stand for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts. Serve hot.

  4. Step 4

    Optional: add a sprinkle of paprika or chopped parsley for extra flavor.

Tools you’ll need

  • baking sheet
  • oven

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