Ingredients
Fries
- 5-6 single handfuls of frozen French fries
Garlic Olive Oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, peeled and smashed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Toppings
- 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to the temperature specified on the frozen French fries package to ensure optimal baking.
- Prepare Garlic Olive Oil: Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the smashed garlic and cook until it just starts to brown, about five minutes, being careful to adjust the heat as needed to avoid burning.
- Discard Garlic and Cool Oil: Remove the garlic cloves from the oil and discard them. Take the pan off the heat to allow the infused garlic oil to cool slightly.
- Toss Fries in Garlic Oil: In a large bowl, toss the frozen fries with the cooled garlic-infused olive oil to evenly coat them and infuse flavor.
- Bake Fries: Spread the coated fries in a single even layer on a large baking sheet. Bake according to the package instructions until they are crispy and golden.
- Add Parmesan and Parsley: Once baked, transfer the fries to a serving plate or bowl and immediately sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Serve warm for best flavor.
Notes
- Adjust garlic-infused oil quantity according to your taste preference for garlicky flavor.
- Using freshly grated Parmesan cheese ensures better melt and richer flavor compared to pre-grated options.
- Chopped fresh parsley adds a bright, fresh note; you can substitute with dried parsley if needed but fresh is preferred.
- For extra crispiness, spread fries out on the baking sheet and avoid overcrowding.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
