Boy Scout "Brownsie" Taters
Boy Scout "Brownsie" Taters are hearty, flavorful skillet fries seasoned with Italian dressing, peppers, onions, and cheese. This comforting dish offers a balance of savory, tangy, and cheesy flavors, making it perfect for casual family dinners, camping trips, or outdoor gatherings that crave simple, delicious comfort food.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Chill the Italian salad dressing in the refrigerator.
- Shake the dressing well and pour it into the bottom of a large iron skillet, covering it with about 1/8 inch of dressing.
- Heat the skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions, crinkle-cut fries, chopped bell peppers, and seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic salt) to the skillet.
- Cover the skillet while cooking and stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Cook until the fries are tender and golden brown.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle grated sharp cheese over the top, and let it melt before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).