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                          Junior Cut Clear Coated SIDEWINDERS™ Fries Product Card
                          Simplot SIDEWINDERS™ FriesJunior Cut Clear Coated SIDEWINDERS™ Fries

                          Pack Size: 6/4.5lb

                          SKU: 10071179046011

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                          Simplot RoastWorks®RTE Flame-Roasted Peppers & Onions Blend

                          Pack Size: 6/2.5lb

                          SKU: 10071179677796

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                          Load up a plate of SIDEWINDERS™ Fries with the classic pizza flavors of the ever-popular Bagel Bites® snacks we all remember. What do you have? An instant winner on your appetizer menu.

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                          Weight

                          Measure

                          Simplot SIDEWINDERS™ Fries: Junior Cut Clear Coated SIDEWINDERS™ Fries

                          1 lb.

                          Simplot RoastWorks®: RTE Flame-Roasted Peppers & Onions Blend

                          1 cup

                          Italian sausage, cooked, crumbled

                          8 oz.

                          Tomato pizza sauce

                          1 cup

                          Mozzarella cheese, shredded

                          1 1/2 cups

                          Gouda cheese, shredded

                          1/2 cup

                          Oregano, dried

                          1 tsp.

                          Red chili flakes, optional

                          as needed

                          Basil leaves, fresh

                          for garnish

                          Preparation Instructions:

                          Step 1

                          Preheat oven to 400°F.

                          Step 2

                          Arrange SIDEWINDERS™ Frieson a sheet tray in a single layer and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove from oven and hold on sheet tray.

                          Step 3

                          Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the peppers an onions, sauté for 2-3 minutes to warm through and slightly caramelize. Set aside.

                          Step 4

                          Evenly distribute the prepared Italian sausage, sautéed peppers and onions, and dollops of tomato pizza sauce over the fries. Sprinkle the mozzarella and gouda cheeses generously over the top. Add a pinch of dried oregano and red chili flakes (if desired) for extra flavor.

                          Step 5

                          Return loaded fries to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.

                          Products used in this recipe
                          Junior Cut Clear Coated SIDEWINDERS™ Fries Product Card
                          Simplot SIDEWINDERS™ FriesJunior Cut Clear Coated SIDEWINDERS™ Fries

                          Pack Size: 6/4.5lb

                          SKU: 10071179046011

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                          RTE Flame-Roasted Peppers & Onions Blend Product Card
                          Simplot RoastWorks®RTE Flame-Roasted Peppers & Onions Blend

                          Pack Size: 6/2.5lb

                          SKU: 10071179677796

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