Crispy Oven Fries

The is a great side for any dish when you are craving French Fries. This is an health alternative.  These these Crispy Oven Fries are ready in less than an hour. 

Serves 4
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

 4 large russet potatoes, washed and cut into 6 to 8 wedges

1/8 cup California olive oil

1 tablespoon garlic, minced 

1 teaspoons salt 

½ teaspoon paprika 

¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 500 F. 

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper

Place potato wedges in a large bowl. 

In large bowl, add the potatoes olive oil, garlic, salt, paprika and pepper. 

Mix until evenly coated. 

Spread the potatoes skin-sides-down on the baking sheet

Place the loaded tray in the oven 

Bake for 35 minutes, turning wedges halfway through the baking time. 

Once potatoes are golden, crisped, and soft, carefully remove from the oven. 

Spike with chopped parsley

Serve and enjoy!

Make it your own

Substitute Yukon gold potatoes  

Add ¼ teaspoon onion powder, step 4

Sprinkle with 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated or shredded, step 7

Garnish 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped