Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven or air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread the frozen French fries in a single layer on a baking sheet or air fryer basket and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and continue whisking for about 2 minutes.
- Slowly whisk in 1 cup of milk to the roux, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
- Stir in ½ teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of ground pepper, and 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning powder, adjusting to taste.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and fold in 1 cup of shredded white cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Arrange the fries on a large platter and pour the cheese sauce generously over them.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of cayenne powder if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, serve fries immediately after preparation for optimal crispiness.
