Cheesy BBQ Fries Ranch Dip (Print Version)

Golden, seasoned fries topped with gooey cheese, accompanied by a fresh, zesty homemade dip. A delightful savory treat for any occasion.

# What You Need:

→ Fries

01 - 28 oz frozen French fries
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tsp BBQ seasoning blend

→ Toppings

04 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Homemade Ranch Dip

06 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
07 - 1/2 cup sour cream
08 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
09 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 1 tsp dried dill
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - 1 tsp lemon juice
13 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
14 - 1/4 tsp salt
15 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

# Steps:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The frozen fries shortcut means you can have these on the table in under 45 minutes without any prep work
  • That homemade ranch dip is legitimately better than anything you can buy at the store
  • Something magical happens when smoky BBQ seasoning meets melted cheddar and cool creamy ranch
02 -
  • Do not skip the parchment paper because the melted cheese will create a nightmare cleanup situation on your baking sheet
  • Letting the ranch sit for at least 15 minutes lets the dried dill rehydrate and the flavors meld together properly
  • The cheese needs to go on immediately when the fries come out of the oven while they are still hot enough to melt it quickly
03 -
  • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet or the fries will steam instead of getting crispy
  • If you want extra crispy fries bake at 230°C (450°F) for the last 5 minutes and watch closely
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