I’m not alone in wanting to test the outer limits of the potato’s versatility. One of my first moves in a new restaurant is to scan for “loaded fries” and see how the kitchen interprets the form. At ...

Looking for a nachos alternative that will be a huge hit at your next party? These Loaded Fries layer classic toppings like ...

There are few cooking tools that better facilitate mankind's love affair with food cooked over a flame than the barbecue grill. And while modern grill masters understand just how delicious ...

You don’t need a calendar to tell you it’s time for fries, but if you’re looking for an excuse to skip the salad and dive into something hot, crispy, salty and covered in molten cheese … well, here it ...

You don't have to choose savory toppings for your loaded fries. If a dessert-inspired take sounds tasty, consider using these ...

Are French fries becoming the next battleground in fast food? Fries have long been a staple on quick-service menus. But recently, the humble fried potato is undergoing a renaissance, with chains ...

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