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Louisiana Voodoo Fries Recipe

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Louisiana Voodoo Fries are crispy golden fries topped with a rich, creamy, and spicy white cheddar cheese sauce infused with ranch seasoning and cayenne pepper, delivering a flavorful, comforting snack or side dish with a hint of Southern kick.

Ingredients

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Fries

  • 26 ounces frozen French fries
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Cheese Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 2 teaspoons ranch seasoning powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder (divided)
  • 8 ounces white cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven or Air Fryer: Begin by heating your oven or air fryer to 400°F (204°C). This temperature ensures the fries get crispy and golden brown during cooking.
  2. Cook the Fries: Spread the frozen French fries in a single layer on a baking sheet or inside the air fryer basket. Bake or air fry them according to the package instructions until they are golden and crispy.
  3. Make the Roux: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour until the mixture is smooth and combined. Cook this roux for about 2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
  4. Add Milk and Seasonings: Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Then add salt, ground white pepper, ranch seasoning powder, and half of the cayenne powder (reserve the rest for finishing). Lower the heat to medium-low and cook the sauce, stirring often, until it thickens, which should take about 5 minutes.
  5. Incorporate Cheese: Stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese until it melts completely and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
  6. Serve: Pour the hot cheese sauce evenly over the cooked fries. Optionally, sprinkle the remaining cayenne powder on top for an extra kick and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • You can use an air fryer or oven depending on your preference or convenience.
  • Adjust the cayenne powder quantity to control the spice level.
  • For extra crispiness, spread fries in a single layer without overcrowding.
  • This dish is best enjoyed fresh to prevent fries from becoming soggy.
  • To make it vegetarian, ensure the ranch seasoning powder does not contain animal-derived ingredients.

Keywords: Louisiana Voodoo Fries, cheesy fries, ranch seasoning, spicy cheese sauce, air fryer fries, baked fries, Southern style snack

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