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Chipotle Beer Cheese Oven Fries

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • 2 lbs russet potatoes cut into wedges
  • 3 tbs canola oil
  • 2 tbs cornstarch
  • ¾ cup beer
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar do not use pre shredded
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 2 chipotle chili plus additional to taste
  • 2 tbs Butter
  • ¼ cup green onions chopped
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425.
  • In a small bowl stir together the salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
  • Add the potatoes to a small bowl, sprinkle with spices, toss to coat.
  • Add the oil to a baking sheet.
  • Add the potatoes to the baking sheet in one even layer, with one of the cut sides down.
  • Bake for 12 minutes. Turn the potatoes over so the other cut side is down.
  • Bake for an additional 12 minutes or until the potatoes are golden brown and fork tender.
  • While the potatoes are baking, make the cheese sauce.
  • Add the cornstarch, beer, cheese, cream, and chipotle to a blender or food processor. Process until smooth.
  • In a pot over medium high heat, melt the butter. Add the cheese sauce, cook until thickened and warmed.
  • Plate the potatoes, drizzle with cheese sauce. Sprinkle with cilantro and green onions.