Description
Disco Fries are a deliciously indulgent comfort food featuring crispy oven-baked French fries smothered in hot savory gravy and topped with melted mozzarella cheese, making for a perfect snack or side dish with a rich, gooey finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen French fries
- 1 cup beef or chicken gravy
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven according to the package instructions for the frozen French fries to ensure optimal baking temperature.
- Bake Fries: Spread the French fries evenly on a baking sheet and bake them in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through to achieve an even golden-brown and crispy texture.
- Heat Gravy: While the fries bake, warm the gravy in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until it is thoroughly hot and smooth.
- Season Fries: Once fries are done baking, remove from the oven and immediately season with salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- Assemble Dish: Transfer the hot fries to an oven-safe serving dish or skillet, then pour the heated gravy evenly over the fries to saturate them.
- Add Cheese: Generously sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the gravy-covered fries to ensure a cheesy melt.
- Melt Cheese: Place the assembled dish under a broiler for a few minutes, only until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the broiler, let cool for a minute or two, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use frozen fries that are not too thick for optimal crispiness.
- For a spicier twist, add red pepper flakes to the gravy or sprinkle over the finished dish.
- Be attentive under the broiler to prevent cheese from burning.
- Gravy can be substituted with vegetarian options for a meat-free version.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture of crispy fries and melted cheese.
