Garlic Chili Spiced Cheese Fries

These Garlic Chili Spiced Cheese Fries are so easy to make. They are crispy and packed full of flavor. They are tossed in garlic and chili powder then smothered with cheese. They defiantly take your ordinary fries to a whole new level.

This is a great way to use up any leftover fries that you might have stashed away in the fridge from last night’s take out. These can make a great snack, appetizer or you can do like I did, just grab a fork and huddle down for a cheat day lunch. What can I say, it had been a stressful week and I needed some indulgence. The only thing that I would have added is bacon, but I didn’t have any on hand…shocking I know. Who lets themselves run out of bacon?! Anyway, feel free to add this as well.

So if you are craving fries with a bit of a kick and smothered in glorious cheese, grab some of those tasty potatoes and lets get started,

Here’s what you need:

*Cooked or frozen French fries, any cut will do

*non stick spray or canola oil

*garlic powder to taste

*chili powder to taste

*salt to taste (if the fries are already salted you might want to skip this)

*shredded cheese to taste; I used a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack

*chives or scallions (optional)

If fries are the frozen variety, cook according to package directions.

Preheat oven or toaster oven to 375°

Place the fries on a baking sheet.

Spray with non stick spray or drizzle with canola oil very lightly.

Sprinkle the garlic, chili powder and salt over the fries; toss to coat

Cook for about 5 minutes.

Take out of the oven and layer on the cheese.

Place back in the oven and cook until cheese is melted.

Sprinkle chives or scallions, to taste, over the top.

Serve with a ranch dipping sauce or any of your favorite fry sauces.

Enjoy!

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Layered Cheesy Refried Black Bean Dip

This easy Layered Cheesy Refried Black Bean Dip is loaded with gooey melted cheese, tasty refried black beans and a nice spicy kick from your favorite salsa. This dish is great to take on potlucks or for noshing in front of the tv on game day. If you’re like me, I’m not in it for the game, but for the goodies that go along with it. This is super easy to put together. You can use your favorite store bought brands, pop it in the oven and in 30 minutes, grab a bag of tortilla chips and let the snacking begin.

You can even make this up the day before so you wont miss a minute of game play or spending time with friends and family.

Here’s what you need:

*8 oz cream cheese, softened

*1 can refried black beans

*1 jar of salsa mild, medium or hot

*1 1/2 to 2 cups of shredded cheese; I used cheddar and Colby Jack

*tortilla chips

Preheat oven to 375°.

In an 8 inch backing dish, spread the cream cheese on the bottom in an even layer.

Spread the refried beans over the top of the cream cheese.

Then pour the salsa in an even layer over the refried beans.

And last but not least, sprinkle the cheese over the salsa.

Spray no stick spray on a piece of foil so the cheese will not stick and cover the baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 minutes more.

Serve with tortilla chips while the dip is hot.