Easy Loaded Bacon Cheese Fries (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 1½ to 2 pounds frozen seasoned fries (crinkle, waffle, or curly)

→ Cheese Sauce

02 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
04 - 2 cups whole milk
05 - 16 ounces processed American cheese (like Velveeta)
06 - 3 tablespoons pickled jalapeño juice
07 - 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
08 - Kosher salt to taste

→ Toppings

09 - 3/4 pound thick-cut bacon, cooked and chopped
10 - 3 scallions, green parts only, thinly sliced
11 - Pickled jalapeños to taste
12 - Sour cream or Mexican crema to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Bake frozen fries according to package directions.
02 - Make a roux with butter and flour, whisk in milk, then add cheese, jalapeño juice, and seasonings. Stir until smooth.
03 - Layer fries, cheese sauce, bacon, and green onions in serving dish. Repeat layers, ensuring even coverage.
04 - Top with pickled jalapeños and sour cream or crema. Serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - Best served immediately while hot and crispy
02 - Can use any type of seasoned frozen fries

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