Cheesy BBQ Fries Ranch Dip (Print page)

Crispy BBQ fries, generously topped with melted cheese and served with a refreshing homemade ranch dip. A crowd-pleasing snack or side.

# What You Need:

→ Fries

01 - 28 oz frozen French fries
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tsp BBQ seasoning blend

→ Toppings

04 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Homemade Ranch Dip

06 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
07 - 1/2 cup sour cream
08 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
09 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 1 tsp dried dill
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - 1 tsp lemon juice
13 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
14 - 1/4 tsp salt
15 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a 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 - Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
05 - Remove crispy 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, sprinkle with sliced spring onions, and serve hot with the homemade ranch dip.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The hot smoky cheese against cool ranch is basically magic
  • It turns a bag of frozen fries into something people ask for by name
02 -
  • Crowded baking sheets equal soggy fries every single time
  • The ranch needs at least 30 minutes in the fridge for flavors to meld
03 -
  • Grate cheese from a block for the smoothest melt
  • Let the fries cool for literally 2 minutes so the cheese sets up slightly
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