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Pesto Fries

June 9, 2021 by [email protected] 20 Comments

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Want a french fry recipe for when you’re craving salty and crunchy? Pesto fries are drizzled with a buttery pesto sauce and make a great snack or side dish. 

Who doesn’t love a big pile of hot, crispy french fries?  They are like a really great little black dress, they go with everything and can be dressed up with a few accessories.  The ‘accessories’ for these fries happen to be a delicious parmesan pesto sauce that is drizzled on and then baked in.  Sprinkle with more cheese and you’ve got a great dish for this Mitten Movie Night.

zoomed in side shot of French fries drizzled with pesto sauce mixed with butter and parmesan cheese on a piece of parchment paper on a pan.
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  • Ingredients
  • What movie or TV show pairs well with fries and beer?
  • What beer pairs well with pesto fries?
  • How to make pesto fries step-by-step
  • FAQ’s
  • Looking for a dish to serve with these parmesan pesto fries?
  • Pesto Fries

This pesto fries recipe is inspired by a hot dog food truck that we had dinner from at our local energy cooperative customer appreciation day.  I was sad that I didn’t get the name of it because if I had, I probably would be following it like a Grateful Dead groupie.

While waiting in line to order the smell coming out of the food truck was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G.  Once I was up to the window I ordered a bacon-wrapped hot dog and for the side, pesto fries.  They came out piping hot and loaded with pesto, cheese and tasted even better than I expected.

I locked the flavors away in my mind and knew that like most wonderful things I eat, I had to come home and recreate this Pesto Fries recipe and pair it with some great craft beer.

long side shot of a pan of pesto fries with a dish of pesto sauce next to them. a craft beer and cloth napkin in the background.

Ingredients

This french fries recipe has-

  • Frozen French fries that have been baked until crispy
  • An easy parmesan and basil pesto sauce for drizzling on the French fries

What movie or TV show pairs well with fries and beer?

I’m sure you have probably heard of a little show that is sweeping the horror scene called, The Haunting of Hill House.  While Halloween is over, this show will keep you in the creeps for a long time.  My recommendation when you start watching is to plan for a binge session because you will NOT be able to turn away.

What beer pairs well with pesto fries?

The beer: Little Sumpin’ Sumpin from Lagunitas. 

Lagunitas is a brand that we have on hand at our house fairly regularly. This beer, in particular, is one of my husband’s favorites and can usually be found in a mixed case at Costco with other ones, like Hazy Wonder.

How to make pesto fries step-by-step

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees or to the temperature that is on the package of fries.

On a sheet pan, place parchment paper.  Spread the whole bag of frozen french fries to the pan in a single layer.

Cook according to package directions, mine took about 30 minutes flipping halfway through.

In the last 5 minutes of cooking, make the pesto sauce that goes on top.

In a heatproof cup or glass measuring cup, melt the butter.

To the melted butter add the minced garlic and Parmesan cheese.

Then the prepared pesto sauce.

collage of three images for how to make pesto sauce to drizzle over French fries. descriptive text box overlay in each image.

Finally, pour in the olive oil.  Stir to combine completely.

Take the French fries out of the oven and pour the pesto sauce over the fries.  Put back into the oven for 5 minutes.

Take out and serve individually with parmesan-Romano cheese sprinkled on it.

FAQ’s

Can you make the French fries in the air fryer instead of the oven?

Yes. Cook at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes so that the fries don’t stick to the bottom.

Can I use homemade pesto in this recipe?

Yes. There is a great recipe from Love and Lemons that is one of my favorites to make.

Looking for a dish to serve with these parmesan pesto fries?

  • Dry Rub Chicken Wings
  • Michigan Hot Dogs
  • Jerk Chicken Sandwiches

And here you are……

collage image of overhead shot of a pan of pesto fries with parchment paper underneath and a dish of pesto butter off to the side and descriptive text overlay.

From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!

zoomed in side shot of french fries drizzled with pesto sauce mixed with butter and parmesan cheese on a piece of parchment paper on a pan.

Pesto Fries

Crispy fries smothered in a buttery pesto sauce, sprinkled with parmesan-romano cheese. Pesto Fries make a great snack or side for burgers and sandwiches.
5 from 11 votes
Print Pin Rate
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Equipment

  • large baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 1 28 ounce bag of french fries cooked according to package directions
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup parmesan-romano for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees or to the temperature that is on the package of fries.
    1 28 ounce bag of french fries
  • On a sheet pan, place parchment paper. Spread the whole bag of frozen french fries to the pan in a single layer.
  • Cook according to package directions, mine took about 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • In the last 5 minutes of cooking, make the pesto sauce that goes on top.
  • In a heatproof cup or glass measuring cup, melt the butter.
    1/4 cup butter
  • To the melted butter, add the minced garlic and Parmesan cheese.
    2 garlic cloves, 1/4 cup parmesan-romano
  • Add the prepared pesto sauce.
    2 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
  • Finally, pour in the olive oil. Stir to combine completely.
    1/4 cup olive oil
  • Take the french fries out of the oven and pour the pesto sauce over the fries. Put back into the oven for 5 minutes.
  • Take out and serve individually with parmesan-romano cheese sprinkled on it. Enjoy!

Video

Notes

Tips for making this recipe:

  • To store: add to a covered container and refrigerate. Reheat the fries in the oven or air fryer.
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Originally published in November of 2018. Updated post in June of 2021. 

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Last Updated on July 5, 2022 by [email protected]itten

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Comments

  1. Tayler Ross

    November 2, 2018 at 3:12 pm

    I love pesto on anything! These fries look amazing!

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      November 2, 2018 at 8:00 pm

      Thank you, Tayler! I agree pesto does go on everything.

      Reply
  2. Lauren Vavala | Delicious Little Bites

    November 2, 2018 at 3:56 pm

    Now these sound amazing! I would have never thought to make something like this, but I love friend and pesto – will be trying soon!

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      November 2, 2018 at 8:00 pm

      Thank you, Lauren! I hope you like it.

      Reply
  3. Tara | Deliciously Declassified

    November 2, 2018 at 4:05 pm

    Yum! The combination of pesto, cheese and anything else is win for me! These look delicious – th thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      November 2, 2018 at 8:01 pm

      I agree it’s a great combo. Thank you, Tara.

      Reply
  4. Kelly Anthony

    November 2, 2018 at 4:37 pm

    These fries look delicious! I also love the beer pairing that you suggested to go along with the fries. Sounds like the perfect Friday night!

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      November 2, 2018 at 8:02 pm

      Thank you, Kelly! Carbs do make Friday even better :’)

      Reply
  5. Catherine Brown

    November 2, 2018 at 5:50 pm

    OMG, that pesto!! I’ll take hot crispy fries any time… and now I’ve GOT to try them with this pesto!

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      November 2, 2018 at 8:02 pm

      Thank you so much, Catherine! I hope you enjoy it.

      Reply
  6. Beth

    June 9, 2021 at 7:46 pm

    5 stars
    What a great way to make fries! My family is going to love this recipe. I can’t wait to make this to go with our burgers tomorrow night! Excited!

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      June 9, 2021 at 8:10 pm

      Wonderful, Beth! I hope you all love them.

      Reply
  7. Amanda

    June 9, 2021 at 8:22 pm

    5 stars
    These are my kind of fries! They turned out perfectly crisp, and the pesto was the perfect gourmet touch. I don’t know why I haven’t been enjoying my fries with pesto until now!

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      June 13, 2021 at 8:44 pm

      the pesto adds a TON of flavor. Thank you, Amanda!

      Reply
  8. Biana

    June 9, 2021 at 8:43 pm

    5 stars
    This sounds amazing – combining fries and pesto! What a fun and delicious side dish for chicken or burgers.

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      June 13, 2021 at 8:44 pm

      They are perfect with burgers! Thanks, Biana.

      Reply
  9. Lauren Vavala Harris

    June 9, 2021 at 8:49 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve had Parmesan fries but never with pesto added. What a great idea to add some extra flavor!

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      June 13, 2021 at 8:45 pm

      Yes, the pesto really adds a delicious layer of flavor. Thank you, Lauren!

      Reply
  10. Vijitha

    June 9, 2021 at 8:56 pm

    5 stars
    I love french fries and I love pesto, but I’d never thought of putting them together! Thank you for this great idea, going to try it this week 🙂

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      June 13, 2021 at 8:45 pm

      I hope you like them! Thank you!

      Reply

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