THE SMOTHERLOAD

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 20-to-22-ounce package frozen waffle fries
4 slices bacon
1 1/2 cups shredded mild yellow cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 2 ounces)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons chopped pimientos
1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 cup sour cream
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 scallions, sliced

Steps:

Bake the waffle fries as the label directs. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels, then chop into bite-size pieces.
Combine the cheddar, mozzarella, cornstarch, pimientos and mustard powder in a food processor and pulse until smooth. Transfer to a medium saucepan; add 1/3 cup water and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the cheese melts and the mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes. Stir in the sour cream and season with salt and pepper. Divide the waffle fries among plates; top with the cheese sauce, bacon and scallions.