“Tailgate Game Day Chili Cheese Fries”

Allergens

Dairy, Wheat

Ingredients

• 3 lbs russet potatoes
• Vegetable oil for frying
• 2 cups prepared chili (store bought or homemade)
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sliced jalapeños
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Instructions

1. Slice potatoes into even, thin fries.
2. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep fryer or large pot. Fry potatoes until golden brown and crispy. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
3. Lower oven temperature to 350°F and bake fries for 10 minutes to recrisp.
4. Top fries with chili, cheese, jalapeños, and green onions. Return to the oven and bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 7 minutes.

Chef’s Insight

The key to perfect fries is to avoid overcrowding the fryer, which can lower the oil temperature and lead to greasy, not crispy, results.

Notes

This recipe calls for prepared chili, but feel free to make your own from scratch for a more personal touch.