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Cheesy Garlic Fries in Foil
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Cheesy Garlic Fries in Foil

The easiest, cheesiest fries you will ever make in foil packets, baked to absolute crisp perfection!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snacks

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or more, to taste, crushed
  • salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • 1 pound potato cut into 8 long wedges, red
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded sharp
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons chives chopped fresh

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, to taste.
  3. Place potato wedges onto prepared baking sheet and fold up all 4 sides of the foil. Spoon the olive oil mixture over the potatoes. Fold the sides of the foil over the potato wedges, covering completely and sealing the packet closed.
  4. Place into oven and bake until tender, about 30-35 minutes.* Sprinkle with cheese; then broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the potatoes are crisp.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with sour cream and chives, if desired.

Notes

  • *Baking time may need to be adjusted depending on the thickness of the potato wedges.
  • *Baking time may need to be adjusted depending on the thickness of the potato wedges.