Cheesy BBQ Fries with Ranch (Print Version)

Crispy BBQ-seasoned fries smothered in melted cheese, served with creamy homemade ranch dip for the ultimate snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fries

01 - 28 oz frozen French fries
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons BBQ seasoning blend

→ Toppings

04 - 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Homemade Ranch Dip

06 - 0.5 cup mayonnaise
07 - 0.5 cup sour cream
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon dried dill
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
13 - 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
14 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
15 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss frozen fries with olive oil and BBQ seasoning until evenly coated. Spread fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
04 - While fries bake, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, minced garlic, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until well blended. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
05 - Remove fries from oven and immediately sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return to oven for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
06 - Transfer fries to a serving platter and sprinkle with sliced spring onions.
07 - Serve immediately while hot alongside the homemade ranch dip.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It takes basic frozen fries and transforms them into something people actually get excited about, no fancy skills required.
  • The homemade ranch dip tastes fresher and brighter than anything from a bottle, and you can tweak it exactly how you like.
  • Everything comes together in about 40 minutes, which means you can pull this off even when youre tired or hosting last minute.
  • The smoky BBQ seasoning with tangy ranch creates this sweet and savory contrast that keeps you reaching for just one more fry.
02 -
  • Dont skip the parchment paper, I once tried to save time and the cheese welded itself to the baking sheet, which turned cleanup into a nightmare.
  • Make sure the fries are in a single layer with space between them, or theyll steam instead of crisp and youll end up with soggy, disappointing results.
  • The ranch dip tastes even better if you make it an hour ahead, the flavors really bloom when they have time to sit together.
03 -
  • If your oven runs cool, bump the temperature up by 10 degrees or add a few extra minutes to the baking time, you want those fries deeply golden, not just warmed through.
  • Mince the garlic for the ranch dip as finely as you can, big chunks can be overpowering and uneven in the creamy base.
  • Taste the ranch before you serve it and adjust the salt, lemon, or herbs to your liking, homemade means you get to make it exactly how you want.
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