Seasoned Oven Fries

One of my all-time favorite snacks is French fries. Most people seem to suffer from a sweet tooth, but not me. I guess I have a "salt tooth"? I can turn down a cookie or a piece of chocolate, but put a bag of McDonald's fries in front of me and I can't keep my hands off.

That's why I'm so glad I can make oven fries at home - and it's so easy!  My way is extremely uncomplicated - I don't soak the potatoes; heck, I don't even flip them while cooking!

Honestly, I love oven fries just as much as I do "real" fries. In fact, I prefer my homemade oven fries over any other fries because they are fresh, I leave the peel on (which I love), and they are not dripping with oil. Plus, I add a little extra seasoning, which makes them fabulous!

Seasoned Oven Fries

• 3 medium Russet potatoes, cut into thin fries (I like to use a hand-held French fry cutter)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• Fresh ground pepper, to taste

1. Heat oven to 450 degrees F.

2. Toss potatoes with oil and seasonings in a large mixing bowl until well-coated. Spray a large cookie sheet with nonstick cooking spray, then lay potatoes in a single layer, making sure they are not touching.

3. Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until fries are starting to turn a deep, golden brown. Remove from oven and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.

Perfect! Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside!