Description
This Loaded Bacon Ranch Cheese Fry Casserole is the ultimate comfort food—crispy golden fries smothered in melted cheddar, savory bacon, cool ranch, and tangy sour cream. It’s a crowd-pleasing side or snack that comes together fast and disappears even faster!
Ingredients
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2 lbs frozen French fries
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1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup ranch dressing
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1 cup sour cream
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½ cup chopped green onions
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¼ tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Bake fries on a sheet pan in a single layer per package directions until golden and crisp.
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Mix toppings in a bowl: bacon, cheddar, ranch, sour cream, green onions, black pepper, and garlic powder.
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Top fries with the cheesy bacon mixture evenly.
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Bake again for 10–15 minutes until hot, bubbly, and melty.
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Serve warm, garnished with extra green onions if desired.
Notes
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Make it spicy by adding diced jalapeños or a sprinkle of chili flakes.
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You can swap cheddar for a blend like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack.
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For a crispier base, air fry the fries before assembling.
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This dish is perfect as a game day snack, party appetizer, or weeknight indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish / Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Loaded Bacon Ranch Cheese Fry Casserole, cheesy fry bake, bacon ranch casserole, loaded fries, baked loaded fries