Easy, Low-Fat Cheese Fries
Choose the lowest-fat version of French fries you can find. Jazz this recipe up a bit with a little cayenne pepper, chili powder, or a variety of different fat-free cheeses.
Low-calorie, Vegetarian
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4
- 12 ounces crinkle-cut frozen French fried potatoes
- ½ cup fat-free shredded Cheddar cheese
- Salt to taste
- 4 tablespoons ketchup
- 4 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
Bake fries on a nonstick baking sheet at 450°F for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping fries once.
Remove fries from oven and sprinkle with cheese.
Bake for 3 more minutes or until cheese has melted. Dress with salt, ketchup, or sour cream as desired.
PER SERVING Calories: 176 | Fat: 4 g | Protein: 8 g | Sodium: 130 mg | Carbohydrates: 27 g | Fiber: 2 g
Do It Healthier at Home
This is just one more example of how creating a dish at home is often healthier than ordering it out. The cheese fries you get at a fast-food restaurant are usually made with that artificial orange cheese sauce. While it may be tasty, it's also full of chemicals and fat and likely won't leave you feeling good after you've eaten it. This recipe, which is made with real fat-free cheese, is a much better option!
