Ingredients
French Fries:
- 28-32 ounces frozen French fries
- 1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 4 tablespoons ranch dressing plus more for dipping
Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2/3 cup milk
- 2 cups medium cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven according to the French fries package instructions. Line two baking sheets with foil and spray them with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Season the Fries: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper—reserve about ½ teaspoon of this seasoning for final garnish. Spread the fries evenly on the prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the fries and toss them gently to coat evenly, arranging them in a single layer on each tray.
- Bake the Fries: Bake the fries in the preheated oven following the package instructions, rotating the pans halfway through cooking to ensure even crispness.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: While the fries are baking, melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook the sauce for a few minutes until it thickens. Slowly add shredded cheddar cheese in small batches, stirring until fully melted before adding more. Reduce heat to the lowest setting to keep the sauce warm without cooking it further. If the sauce becomes too thick, add an extra 1-2 tablespoons of milk to maintain creamy consistency.
- Assemble the Fries: Once fries are baked, place about one-quarter of them on a serving plate. Pour approximately ¼ cup of cheese sauce over the fries and drizzle with about one tablespoon of ranch dressing. Sprinkle lightly with the reserved seasoning mixture. Repeat these steps for remaining fries or as desired.
- Serve: Serve the Louisiana Voodoo Fries immediately with extra cheese sauce, ketchup, and ranch dressing on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Use frozen fries with your preferred cut (shoestring, crinkle, or steak fries) based on texture you enjoy.
- Adjust seasoning amounts to taste for spiciness or sweetness levels.
- Keep the cheese sauce warm on the lowest heat but avoid boiling to prevent separation.
- If you like it spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- For extra crisp fries, spread them in a single layer without overcrowding the baking sheets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
