French fries are a delicious and popular side dish, but they can be unhealthy if they're deep-fried. This recipe for Crispy Oven-Baked French Fries is a healthy alternative that's just as delicious. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a summer barbecue. So give them a try today and enjoy!
Ingredients:
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch thick fries
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips:
- For extra crispy fries, soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before baking. Then, drain them well and pat them dry with a paper towel before tossing them with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- To make sure your fries cook evenly, don't overcrowd the baking sheet. If necessary, bake the fries in two batches.
- If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease the baking sheet with a little bit of oil before spreading the potatoes out.
- Serve your oven-baked french fries with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup, mayonnaise, ranch dressing, or barbecue sauce.