Copycat Animal Style Fries

Name: Animal Style Fries
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 10 servings.
Ingredients: 2/3 cup mayonnaise; 1/3 cup ketchup; 3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish; 1 tablespoon yellow mustard; 2 teaspoons white vinegar; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 2 medium onions, chopped; 1 package (32 ounces) frozen French fried potatoes; 12 slices slices American cheese

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Cook: 25 min. YIELD: 10 servings.

Animal fries are messy, cheesy comfort food, an Americanized version of Canada's poutine. Be sure to allow enough time to get the onions good and browned. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Ingredients

2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 medium onions, chopped
1 package (32 ounces) frozen French fried potatoes
12 slices slices American cheese

Directions

1. Combine the first 7 ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until softened, 6-8 minutes. Reduce heat to low; cook until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Cook French fries according to package directions. Preheat broiler. Place cooked fries on a baking sheet; top with cheese slices. Broil 2-3 in. from heat until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes. Top with onions; drizzle with sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 302 calories, 20g fat (4g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 661mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.

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