Name: bacon cheese fries with ranch 3 cheese fries recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 32 oz. frozen french fries (1 package), homemade also works; 1 tbsp ranch seasoning; ½ cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese; ½ cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese; ½ cup crumbled feta cheese; ¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon; ¼ cup sliced green onion; 2 tbsp ranch dressing plus more for serving

This recipe for Bacon Cheese Fries with Ranch serves as my chosen party appetizer. For game day, these bacon and cheese fries deliver both simplicity and excellent flavor. This recipe combines crispy fried potatoes with a distinct layer of ranch seasoning, then the cook tops them with bacon, cheddar, mozzarella, and feta cheese for a robust result.

Bacon Cheese Fries Recipe

Nothing beats a plate of loaded cheese fries. Classic french fries topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon bits, fresh chopped green onion, and a drizzle of ranch dressing create the ultimate comfort food. Skip the traditional sour cream and double down on ranch flavor instead—using both dry ranch seasoning mix in the fries and creamy ranch dressing as a finishing sauce.

The specific cheese blend in this recipe works perfectly, though home cooks can easily customize their dish. Excellent alternatives include pepper jack for heat, American for creaminess, gruyere for nutty notes, Swiss for mild flavor, fontina for buttery texture, or provolone for subtle smokiness. For an inventive variation, try incorporating brown sugar bacon to introduce a sweet and spicy contrast.

Time for elaborate tailgate prep is not something I have anymore. The food we eat must satisfy two requirements: it has to be incredibly good, and it has to be fast and simple. Our eight-month-old, Henry, is now mobile, and my main job is keeping the baby gates secured while stopping him from getting into Scout’s food and water bowls.

But we still want all the top snacks for Sunday football. Because of Pat’s fantasy sports obsession, we end up watching every single game. My way of getting through it is consuming a lot of cheese fries. It is a mutually beneficial situation.

Walmart and Hidden Valley are simplifying things with the new Hidden Valley® Original Ranch Seasoning and Salad Dressing Mix Shakers. It is a terrific, quick method to add flavor to all your preferred snacks and meals. You can locate this convenient shaker in the dressing aisle at your local Walmart, and it has become a necessary pantry item in our house. What I appreciate is that using the shaker on these Cheese Bacon Ranch Fries coats every single fry perfectly, making them ready for game time. It is simply perfect.

How to make bacon cheese fries with ranch 3 cheese fries recipe

To prepare the fries, begin by preheating your oven as specified on the package. Place 32 oz (one package) of frozen French fries onto a large baking sheet, ensuring they are spread in a single layer. Evenly distribute 1 tablespoon of dry ranch seasoning over the fries, adding a little extra if you prefer a stronger flavor. Toss everything to coat the fries evenly, then cook them following the timing and temperature indicated on the package instructions.

Top the fries: Once the fries are out of the oven, immediately add the toppings. Evenly distribute ½ cup of freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese, ½ cup of freshly shredded mozzarella cheese, and ½ cup of crumbled feta cheese over the hot fries. Next, scatter ¼ cup of crumbled cooked bacon and ¼ cup of sliced green onion across the top. Finish by drizzling 2 tbsp of ranch dressing over everything.

Broil and Serve: Place the loaded fries back into the oven and set it to broil. Let them cook for 3 to 5 minutes; broil just until the cheese has fully melted and begins to bubble, then serve immediately.

Serve and enjoy: Serve hot, with extra ranch on the side for dipping.

How to Store

Although these fries can be saved for later, they often become soggy when reheated. Therefore, it is best to prepare only the amount you plan to eat in a single sitting.

Serving Suggestions

There are many tasty appetizers that go well with bacon ranch fries. We often pair them with spicy green chile taquitos or a batch of hearty fried Buffalo wings. For another rich side dish, I will occasionally prepare Swedish meatballs.

Of course, no spread is complete without adding the perfect margarita to the lineup. After all, you need something to wash down those cheese fries.

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