Cheesy BBQ Fries with Ranch (Print Version)

Crispy fries with BBQ seasoning, melted cheddar cheese, and creamy homemade ranch dip—perfect for any gathering.

# Components:

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss frozen fries with olive oil and BBQ seasoning until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Bake 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 serving.
05 - Remove fries from oven and immediately sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return to oven for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
06 - Transfer fries to a serving platter and sprinkle with sliced spring onions.
07 - Serve hot with a side of homemade ranch dip.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's embarrassingly easy to pull off but tastes like you actually know what you're doing in the kitchen.
  • The homemade ranch dip is a game changer—once you taste it fresh, store-bought will never cut it again.
  • These fries hold their crispness long enough to actually share them, which is saying something.
02 -
  • Don't skip the flip halfway through baking—the bottom side needs direct heat to get crispy, not just the top.
  • Add the cheese while the fries are still hot so it melts properly; cold fries won't melt cheese evenly no matter how long you leave them in.
  • Make the ranch at least 15 minutes ahead so the flavors actually develop instead of tasting like you just threw ingredients together.
03 -
  • Use a thick-cut frozen fry if your grocery store carries them—they crisp up beautifully and don't collapse under the weight of melted cheese.
  • Mince your garlic for the ranch dip finely; chunks of raw garlic are aggressive and will ruin the whole vibe.
  • If you want extra smokiness, add 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika to your BBQ seasoning and watch people lose their minds.
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