How to Make Baked French Fries

Baked french fries are lower in fat and a lot easier to make than the fried version. They taste remarkably like the real thing as well, and they're healthier for you. Here's how to make this treat.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Knife
• Nonstick spray
• Roasting pan or baking sheet
• Potatoes
• Olive or canola oil
• Salt and pepper
• Large bowl
• Spatula

1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.

2. Spray a roasting pan or baking sheet with nonstick spray.

3. Wash 6 russet potatoes. You can peel them or leave the skin.

4. Cut the potatoes into 1/4 to 1/2-inch fries. A thinner fry will cook faster.

5. Put the fries in a bowl and toss them with 1/4 cup olive or canola oil and salt and pepper. At least 1 tsp. salt will be needed.

6. Lay the potatoes on the roasting pan or baking sheet. Make sure they're in one layer and not piled up on top of each other.

7. Cook them in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes until golden brown. While cooking be sure to turn the fries with a spatula, or take out the pan and toss them so all sides get browned.

8. Serve the baked french fries.

Tips & Warnings

• Russet potatoes work best but any potato can be used, including sweet potatoes or red potatoes.

• You can season the fries before baking them with rosemary, thyme, chili powder or other spices.