Baked Crispy Fries with Cheesy Boba Drizzle

Ingredients

• 2 lbs russet potatoes, cut into fries
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup boba pearls, cooked as per package instructions
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak boba pearls in water for 30 minutes, then cook according to package instructions and drain.

2. 2

   Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss cut potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

3. 3

   Spread fries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer.

4. 4

   Bake fries in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.

5. 5

   In a saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Whisk in cornstarch to thicken, followed by heavy cream, salt, and shredded cheese until smooth.

6. 6

   Stir in cooked boba pearls gently until well combined.

7. 7

   Once fries are cooked, transfer to a serving plate and pour cheesy boba topping generously over them. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired.