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If you’ve never had poutine, this fried chicken and gravy is the perfect place to start. A poutine is basically a dish of French fries topped with cheese curds and gravy. This version is just that and more!

Perfectly fried chicken, crispy bacon, fresh homemade gravy with mushrooms and a sprinkling of green onion make this one a masterpiece. Simple to make and a dish the whole family will go crazy over, this is what’s for dinner!

Recipe and image courtesy of Real Food by Dad

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These Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas are a delicious sweet treat for parties or home snacking, and by the time you say the name, you can be about done making them. I have to say, I wouldn’t have thought of making a chimichanga into a dessert item, but it works beautifully here. It’s not only sweet and creamy – it’s so quick and easy, too! You’ll literally whip this up in no time, which means more time for you to kick back and relax.

Not bad for only seven ingredients, eh? It’s such a breeze to make, and with the combination of strawberry cream cheese and cinnamon sugar, it has the perfect flavors for all seasons. It also is very easily expanded, should you have an extra-large group to feed.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Mom on Timeout

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Quick tip: Use any of your favorite berries or fruits for these!

Are you looking for a new recipe to boost up your dinner routine? If you need a fairly simple side dish and don’t care for the usual deep-fried options, consider making a batch of these Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Fries.  They are a fair bit lighter than your usual French fries and can be made in well under an hour.

Though I have eaten plenty of “regular” French fries in my time, I always thought that sweet potato fries had a richer flavor, and despite having a rather Southern character, they go well with main dishes from a wide variety of culinary backgrounds.  The carbs in them are also considered to be healthier, and by baking them instead of frying them, you can minimize the “bad” fats as well, without compromising the richness of flavor.

Recipe courtesy of Sarah’s Cucina Bella

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Quick tip: Baking times may vary! You may need to increase the time to achieve desired doneness.

Fries are a very common side and appetizer, and for good reason.  These Buffalo Fries are a really nice twist on that classic, with a nice amount of heat to excite your palate, with just the right amount of blue cheese to cool you back down.  Since you can make them in under an hour, it’s a great idea for a party appetizer or a nice wake-you-up side for your next home-cooked meal!

Hey, I can’t knock simple.  I really love the simple sides and appetizers, sometimes.  I have certainly eaten plenty of good, old-fashioned French fries in my time, cooked the deep-fried way, and I have to admit that they go well with a lot of things.  But sometimes, you need to shake things up a bit, am I right?  I have to admit, I was a bit intrigued by the notion of fries that technically aren’t, well, fried.  And with that nice combination of heat and creamy coolness…well, let’s just say that my sense of curiosity was too piqued NOT to try these.  I’m glad that I did!

Recipe and photo courtesy of  A Sprinkle of This and That.

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Quick tip: If you want to cut down on calories, these fries will be delicious even without the cheese!

No, this sinful creation isn’t healthy in the slightest, but don’t knock it ’til you’ve tried it! This Rochester Garbage Plate is a perfect go-to when you have to feed your meat and starch fix. Boy, is it good!

I was brought up in the Deep South cooking tradition, and I love my gourmet creations. But I enjoy exploring what other regions have to offer, and now and then, I just want to indulge in some earthy, down-home fare. I came across this Garbage Plate recipe, and it looked perfect for feeding that primal meat-and-starch craving that even the most refined chefs and food lovers have now and then. And the wry humorist in me thought that it would be great to go around saying, “I ate Garbage today; you should try some, too!”

I know better than to set my expectations TOO high on such a dish, famous or not, and the word “garbage” is in the name, haha, but let’s just say that I was pleasantly surprised by the results. The accolades that this regional dish received from the Food Network and the Travel Channel were well deserved, it seems.

Recipe developed by Heather Homemade

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Quick Tip: I always add a bit of red pepper flakes to the sauce!

These asparagus fries are crazy good for as healthy as they are! I had never realized you could cook asparagus this way until I ran into this recipe. I had my doubts and I almost decided not to try these. I’m so glad I changed my mind! I am going to start making these often because it’s really hard to find ways to prepare vegetables that my family will enjoy with a good appetite. I could eat all the veggies in the world so I have no idea where they got it from!

This asparagus fries recipe is one that really hits the mark! These are flavorful and crispy, and it’s the perfect way to disguise asparagus so my children will eat it. These will also work for a healthy contribution to a pot luck.

Original Recipe Damn Delicious

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Quick Tip: Instead of Parmesan you could use another similar cheese.