What if I told you that one of America's favorite cheat foods (despite its very un-American name) could be turned into a healthy snack or side dish? Then what if I told you that the healthier version tasted just as
indulgent... if not better? Well, get ready
folks, because I'm about to give you a recipe for some crazy good oven-baked French fries! You've
got to try them for yourself. It's like a party in your mouth.
Seriously, forget the drive-thru. These clean and crispy fries leave their greasy counterparts in the dust!
Based on The Talking Kitchen's recipe, for a heaping tray's worth, you'll need:
- 5 white rose potatoes (though I'm sure any yellow or white potato would do just fine)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves (optional-
you likely won't need this much)
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. To prevent the fries from sticking, I recommend coating the lined sheet with a bit of extra-virgin olive oil.
After all is set, slice the potatoes into match-stick-shaped pieces and move them into a cold bowl of water. Let them soak for a few minutes and proceed to dry them in a paper towel. Once dry, place them back into a bowl and add in the extra-virgin olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and lay the sticks flat on your baking sheet, making sure they don't overlap each other. Bake for 25 minutes (or until crispy), flipping them over half way through. And there you have it!
After one bite, see just how long they last.
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