By Becky Hardin
Updated May 23, 2025
You’ll love my Garlic Parmesan Fries made with frozen fries tossed with a savory Parmesan garlic butter. These cheesy, garlicky, Parmesan French Fries are perfect for dipping and come together easily. You can whip up a batch for a snack on game day or a side dish for the BBQ anytime.
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5-Star Review
“These fries are sooooo good!!! I sliced my own and cooked in the air fryer, then added the butter mixture (which contained an extra 2 Tbsp of butter!) and oh my goodness!” -Amanda
My loaded fries are crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, and totally irresistible! The best part? You don’t need to make French fries from scratch—just use store-bought fries, pop in the oven, and voila! There’s something about matching garlic with parmesan that really elevates fries. That sharp tang of the Parm with the mellow, slightly sweet garlic—it’s a match made in flavor heaven!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 16 ounces frozen shoestring fries 1 bag, or homemade
- ▢ 2 tablespoons unsalted butter ¼ stick
- ▢ 1 clove garlic minced
- ▢ ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- ▢ ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ▢ 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
- ▢ ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese divided
- ▢ 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
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Instructions
- Bake the fries according to package instructions. 16 ounces frozen shoestring fries
- While the fries are baking, melt the butter and garlic in a medium saucepan set over low heat. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 clove garlic
- Once the butter begins to gently simmer, cook the garlic until slightly toasted, about 90 seconds. Add in the garlic salt, pepper, cayenne, and 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese. Heat just until the cheese is melted. Stir well to combine. ¼ teaspoon garlic salt, ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper, ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Once the fries are crispy, remove from the oven and pour the butter mixture over the fries, tossing well to coat.
- Transfer the fries to a serving platter and sprinkle them with the remaining Parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve immediately. 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Becky’s Tips
- To air fry, follow the instructions on the bag OR set air fryer to 400°F and fry for 20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- If you don’t have garlic salt, you can make your own using a ratio of 3 parts kosher salt to 1 part garlic powder.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Garlic Parmesan Fries Step by Step
Bake the frozen fries: Check the package instructions for the fries and cook accordingly. I am using a bag of 16 ounces of frozen shoestring fries.
Melt butter and cook garlic: While the fries cook, melt 2 tbsp (¼ stick) unsalted butter, add 1 clove of minced garlic, and saute over low heat. Brown the garlic until slightly toasted for about 90 seconds.
Add spices and cheese: Stir in ¼ tsp of garlic salt, ⅛ tsp of freshly ground pepper, 1 pinch of ground cayenne pepper, and ¼ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Cook until the cheese is melted, and take it off the heat.
Combine fries and garlic parmesan butter seasoning: When the fries are crispy, remove them from the oven and put them into a mixing bowl. Pour the garlic Parmesan butter over the fries and toss to coat evenly.
Garnish and enjoy: Add the fries to a serving platter or individual plates and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Enjoy!
Variations
Instead of garlic parmesan flavoring you can try other seasonings like:
- Ranch
- Italian
- Blackened
- Everything But the Bagel
How to Store
Store leftover garlic Parmesan fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Reheat in the oven until crispy. I do not recommend freezing garlic these.
Serving Suggestions
This Parmesan garlic butter complements the flavor of so many recipes well. I love using it on Soft Pretzels as a delicious snack, drizzled over Skillet Brussels Sprouts for a great side, and even over Air-Fried Pasta Chips and Baked Tortilla Chips . Proof of how much I love this seasoning.
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Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 16 ounces frozen shoestring fries 1 bag, or homemade
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter ¼ stick
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese divided
- 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
Instructions
- Bake the fries according to package instructions. 16 ounces frozen shoestring fries
- While the fries are baking, melt the butter and garlic in a medium saucepan set over low heat. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 clove garlic
- Once the butter begins to gently simmer, cook the garlic until slightly toasted, about 90 seconds. Add in the garlic salt, pepper, cayenne, and 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese. Heat just until the cheese is melted. Stir well to combine. ¼ teaspoon garlic salt, ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper, ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Once the fries are crispy, remove from the oven and pour the butter mixture over the fries, tossing well to coat.
- Transfer the fries to a serving platter and sprinkle them with the remaining Parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve immediately. 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
Video
Notes
- To air fry, follow the instructions on the bag OR set air fryer to 400°F and fry for 20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- If you don’t have garlic salt, you can make your own using a ratio of 3 parts kosher salt to 1 part garlic powder.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
