Cheesy BBQ Fries with Ranch Dip

Name: Cheesy BBQ Fries with Ranch Dip
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 10 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 2-pound package frozen crinkle-cut fries; 1 tbsp. olive oil; 2 1/2 tsp. barbecue seasoning (we used Spiceology); 1/2 c. Greek yogurt; 1/4 c. mayonnaise; 1/4 c. flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped; 2 tbsp. dill fronds, finely chopped; 1 tsp. lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 small clove garlic, finely grated; Kosher salt and pepper; 2 small scallions; 3 oz. Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated; 3 oz. Monterey jack cheese, coarsely grated

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By Tina MartinezPublished: Mar 3, 2026

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mike garten

Yields:

10 serving(s)

Total Time:

35 mins

Score big on game day with cheese-smothered fries that evoke the flavor of barbecue potato chips. For dipping, there’s an easy, cool homemade ranch.

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Ingredients

1 2-pound package frozen crinkle-cut fries
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 1/2 tsp. barbecue seasoning (we used Spiceology)
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. dill fronds, finely chopped
1 tsp. lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 small clove garlic, finely grated
Kosher salt and pepper
2 small scallions
3 oz. Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
3 oz. Monterey jack cheese, coarsely grated

Directions

1. Step 1Heat oven to 425°F. On rimmed baking sheet, toss fries with oil, then barbecue seasoning. Arrange in even layer and bake until lightly golden brown and crisp, 30 to 40 minutes, depending on brand.
2. Step 2In medium bowl, stir to combine yogurt, mayonnaise, parsley, dill, lemon zest and juice, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Finely chop scallion whites and light green parts and stir into dip; thinly slice dark greens and set aside for serving.
3. Step 3Sprinkle cheese over fries and bake until just melted, 1 to 2 minutes more.
4. Step 4Transfer dip to serving bowl and serve immediately with fries sprinkled with reserved scallion greens.