SMOTHERED FRIES RECIPE RECIPES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 450°F. Spread potatoes in single layer on an ungreased 18x13-inch half-sheet pan or large cookie sheet. Bake as directed on package.
• Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell peppers, salt and pepper; cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are golden brown and tender.
• Microwave beef roast as directed on package. Cool slightly; shred beef, reserving 1/4 cup au jus. (Discard remaining juices.)
• Scatter vegetable mixture evenly over fries on pan. Top with shredded beef. Drizzle with reserved au jus. Sprinkle with cheese.
• Bake 3 to 4 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Steps:

• For Chicken: Wash the chicken and pat it dry.
• Heat the shorting or oil to 365°F for frying chicken.
• Salt and pepper the chicken.
• Mix the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder together.
• After the oil is at the right tempura, roll the chicken in the flour and place in the skillet.
• Cook 3 to 4 pieces at a time until golden brown and almost done.
• Drain the chicken and place in a baking dish; set aside.
• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Prepare gravy: On medium heat, heat the 4 tablespoons oil; stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Add the water and stir until boiling. Salt and pepper to taste.
• Gravy will be kind of thin, but will thicken as it cooks in the oven.
• Pour gravy over the chicken; turn the chicken to coat completely.
• Cover and cook for 30 to 45 minutes until smothered and fork-tender.