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It’s that time of year when Christmas parties are in full swing! Whether it’s for your friends, family, or work colleagues, you’ll need a few delicious dishes to keep your guests happy.
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Easy Appetizer Recipe: Buffalo Fries

Looking to spice up your ordinary potato wedges? Well, then this is the perfect recipe for you! These loaded buffalo fries are cheesy, delicious and easy to make.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Kitchen Tongs
  • Rectangular Baking Pan

Ingredients

Fries

  • 3 pounds russet potatoes cut into wedges (see note)
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil or sunflower oil

Buffalo Ranch Sauce

  • 1 cup buffalo wing sauce
  • 3 tablespoons ranch mix or ½ cup ranch dressing

Toppings

  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese freshly grated
  • 4 ounces gorgonzola or other blue cheese, crumbled
  • 2 green onions minced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F, placing the oven rack in the upper middle position. Turn on the convection or forced air if available. Line a large baking sheet with parchment and set aside.
  • For homemade fries: Scrub the potatoes under running water and place on a work surface. Cut away any blemishes. Then cut the potatoes into halves. Cut each half lengthwise into halves again. Then cut each quarter into two wedges. Place the potatoes in a mixing bowl and toss with the oil until coated evenly.
  • Scatter the potatoes evenly across the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake until golden and tender, about 20 to 30 minutes, giving them a shake halfway through for even browning. You can also prepare the sauce and toppings while the fries are baking.
  • Stir the buffalo wing sauce and ranch together in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. As soon as it bubbles, reduce heat to the lowest setting to keep warm and reserve.
  • Remove the potatoes from the oven and transfer to a rectangular ovenproof pan. Turn on the broiler.
  • Drizzle the wing sauce evenly across the potatoes. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top followed by the crumbled gorgonzola/blue cheese.
  • Put the pan into the oven to broil for 2 to 4 minutes, or just until the cheese is starting to bubble. (Note: If your broiler is weak, you may need to move the oven rack higher so the fries are about 3 inches from the broiler.)
  • Remove the buffalo fries from the oven. Garnish with green onions and serve warm.

Notes

  • To save time, you can use store-bought frozen French fries instead of homemade.
  • Salt and pepper: Note that this dish can already be quite salty from the buffalo and ranch sauces. Therefore, added salt may not be necessary.
  • Storage: Buffalo fries can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container and reheated in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes at 375°F. Do not freeze.