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For the fries: Preheat oven to 400 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the fries onto the sheet.
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Bake fries until golden brown and crispy, about 25-30 minutes.
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Prepare the mushroom gravy and Swiss cheese sauce while the fries are cooking.
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For the mushroom gravy: Melt 1/3 of the butter in a saute pan over medium heat.
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Add the mushrooms into the pan (do not salt them).
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Brown the mushrooms, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes.
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In a measuring cup, whisk water and brown gravy mix until combined.
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Pour over the mushrooms.
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Cook, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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For the Swiss cheese sauce: Melt the remaining 2/3 of the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
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Slowly whisk in the cornstarch until smooth.
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Cook, whisking constantly, for 30 seconds.
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Slowly whisk in the milk.
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Cook, whisking occasionally, until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
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Slowly whisk in the shredded cheese and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
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Season with salt to taste.
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For the assembly: Place cooked fries on a large platter or in a large cast iron skillet.
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Top with mushroom gravy and cheese sauce.
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Sprinkle with grated Swiss cheese (optional).
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Serve immediately.