Truffle Parmesan Fries (Printable Version)

Golden crispy fries finished with luxurious truffle oil and creamy Parmesan for an elevated, restaurant-quality side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 1.5 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Seasoning and Garnish

05 - 2 tablespoons truffle oil
06 - 0.33 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
08 - Extra salt to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes. Drain and pat thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel.
03 - In a large bowl, toss fries with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
04 - Spread fries in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
05 - Remove fries from oven and immediately transfer to a large bowl. Drizzle with truffle oil and toss well to coat.
06 - Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and parsley, then toss again. Season with extra salt if desired.
07 - Transfer to serving dish and serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They taste like something you'd pay too much for at a bistro, but you made them in your own kitchen.
  • The truffle oil transforms basic potatoes into something people actually remember.
  • You can pull them together on a weeknight and still feel like you did something special.
02 -
  • If you skip the soaking step, the fries won't get as crispy and they'll taste heavier.
  • Don't crowd the baking sheet or they'll steam instead of roast, spread them out in a single layer.
  • Add the truffle oil after baking, not before, or the heat will cook off all the flavor.
03 -
  • Use a mandoline or a sharp knife to cut the fries evenly so they all cook at the same rate.
  • If you want them even crispier, toss them under the broiler for the last two minutes of baking.
  • Buy a small bottle of truffle oil first, a little goes a long way and you don't want to waste money on a huge bottle you won't finish.
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