
Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Garlic Parmesan French Fries
Garlic Parmesan French Fries is made with garlic minced, parmesan cheese, and frozen shoestring potatoes.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Original yield
- Serves 4
- Ingredients
- 7 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Sides
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less
A few quick notes
1. Check the package directions
Use the package directions where the method calls for them.
2. Check the off-heat addition
Follow the instruction to take the pan off the heat before the finishing addition.
3. Stir as directed
Stay with the pan for the frequent stirring called for in the method.
Get to know the ingredients
frozen shoestring potatoes
In the method: Cook the shoestring potatoes according to the package instructions until crispy.
garlic minced
In the method: Add the minced garlic, salt, and pepper, cooking for 1 minute while stirring constantly.
kosher salt
In the method: Add the minced garlic, salt, and pepper, cooking for 1 minute while stirring constantly.
Let’s make it
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Original recipe: Serves 4. Original quantities shown.
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Ingredient note
Source: 1 lb frozen shoestring potatoesIngredient note
Source: 3 tablespoons unsalted butterIngredient note
Source: 2 cloves garlic mincedIngredient note
Source: ½ teaspoon kosher saltIngredient note
Source: ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepperIngredient note
Source: ¼ cup grated parmesan cheeseIngredient note
Source: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
How to make it
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The last little job
Finish as directed
For best results serve promptly.
A little more help as you go
Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the saucepan. Start with this step: Cook the shoestring potatoes according to the package instructions until crispy.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Use the package directions where the method calls for them.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese until it is melted.
Is there another preparation step to plan for?
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
Additional recipe notes
For optimal flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan Cheese. As with most fries, enjoy these promptly while they are hot and crispy. You can substitute garlic powder for fresh minced garlic, although the fresh garlic really smells and tastes fabulous. Feel free to make your own homemade fries with Russet potatoes, but soak them in a large bowl of cold water for 30 minutes to draw out the starch. Then drain well and dry with paper towels or a kitchen towel. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. This recipe also works well with sweet potato fries. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or the air fryer.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: smalltownwoman.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.



