About the Recipe
Ingredients
For the Loaded Sweet Potato Fries:
2 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into fries
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Smashed Sauce (recipe below)
For the Smashed Sauce:
1/2 cup Smashed Sauce
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Preparation
For the Smashed Sauce:
In a mixing bowl, combine Smashed Sauce, sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped chives, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Refrigerate the sauce until ready to use.
For the Loaded Sweet Potato Fries:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, ensuring they are well coated.
Spread the seasoned sweet potato fries in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning the fries halfway through, or until they are golden and crisp.
Remove the baked sweet potato fries from the oven and sprinkle them with the shredded cheddar cheese. Return them to the oven and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the loaded sweet potato fries from the oven and drizzle a generous amount of the prepared Smashed Sauce over them.
Garnish the Loaded Sweet Potato Fries with crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.
Serve these irresistible fries as a snack or side dish, and enjoy the dynamic blend of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors in every bite.
These Loaded Sweet Potato Fries are perfect for sharing with friends and family and make an excellent addition to your game day or party spread. The Smashed Sauce adds a unique twist that takes this dish to the next level!