Parmesan Garlic French Fries

Fries on a plate garnished with parmesan cheese and parsley.

5 from 4 votes

Parmesan Garlic French Fries

The perfect cheesy, garlicky snack or side dish. Make homemade fries or use frozen fries and top them with fresh grated Parmesan cheese and minced garlic.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Canadian

Servings:

Calories: 350kcal

Author: Jacqueline Piper

Equipment

Baking Sheet
Microplane optional

Ingredients

1 lb frozen fries or 3 russet potatoes
3 cloves garlic grated with a Microplane
½ cup Parmesan cheese
3 green onions sliced
salt and pepper freshly cracked black pepper

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Instructions

For Frozen Fries

Place frozen fries in a bowl and grate garlic in. Season with salt and pepper, and add olive oil. Toss to mix.
Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake according to package instructions.
Add fries back to a bowl and add cheese and green onions. Toss to mix.
Serve fries while hot.

For Homemade Fries

Cut the potatoes into french fries shapes. Soak in cold water for about 30 minutes. Drain and pat dry.
Place the fries in a bowl and drizzle with oil. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to mix.
Place fries on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes.
Move fries to a bowl and add fresh minced garlic. Toss to mix.
Bake for 15-20 more minutes.
Place fries back in a bowl and add cheese and green onions. Toss to mix.
Serve fries while hot.

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Notes

Don't want to use Parmesan cheese? Try Pecorino Romano, Grana Padano, or Manchego.

Don't want to use fresh garlic? Try 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder instead.

What potato to use for homemade fries? Russet potatoes and Yukon Gold potatoes have the best texture for homemade fries. Thicker cut fries or wedges will take longer to cook.

Want to air fry instead? Follow the air fryer instructions on the package, or bake for 6-8 minutes, flip and then bake again until done, about 2-4 more minutes. I use a Cuisinart Toaster Oven Air Fryer and I think it cooks faster than dedicated air fryer appliances. Know your appliance and keep an eye on your fries.

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