Oven Baked Cheese Fries
These are Southern style crispy oven baked cheese fries just like Grandma used to make. We've skipped the cast iron skillet and oil, and opted for a sheet pan and high heat, but kept all that melted cheese topping!
Servings: 10
Calories: 197kcal
Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes scrubbed with the skin left on and any bad parts removed
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 3/4 cup your favorite grated cheese we prefer a sharp cheddar but Parmesan would also work really well
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cut potatoes into wedges and put the cut wedges into a large bowl.
- Add the olive oil, bread crumbs, grated cheese, and seasonings to the bowl with the potatoes.
- Gently toss everything together until all wedges are evenly coated.
- Lay the prepped potatoes out onto a baking sheet covered with aluminum foil (dull side up), parchment paper, or a silpat.
- Bake at 400 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and crispy.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Dry you potatoes after washing- and then dry them again! I can't express this enough, pat them dry and try not to leave any moisture behind.
- Preheat your baking pan in the oven - this way when you're ready to add the potatoes, the crisping begins immediately. Of course, be careful not to accidentally touch the hot pan with bare hands.
- Do not over crowd the pan - Just don't do it. Trust me on this. Spread those suckers out in an even layer. You want them crisp, not steamed. It's ok to use two pans in need be.
Nutrition
Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 553mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 93IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 2mg