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.
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
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Notes
Tips for making this recipe:
- To store: add to a covered container and refrigerate. Reheat the fries in the oven or air fryer.