When it comes to French fries, nothing beats a Russet potato. Because their skins are thicker and drier than those of other potatoes, they crisp up nicely in the oven, making them ideal for baked fries.
Course Snack
Prep Time 40 minutesminutes
Cook Time 40 minutesminutes
Total Time 1 hourhour20 minutesminutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
Oversized potatoes: 4
Oil, about 2 to 4 tablespoons worth
Suggested Seasoning: 1 Tablespoon Seasoned Salt and 1 Tablespoon of lemon pepper
Instructions
Set the oven to 375°F
Don't peel potatoes after washing (you can peel them if you prefer). Cut potatoes into the required size of fries
Place potatoes in a bowl or sink filled with cold water for at least thirty minutes
Remove from water and thoroughly dry
Add oil and seasonings, then toss. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet
Twenty-minute bake
Increase the oven temperature to 425 degrees and cook the fries until golden, about 20 to 25 minutes more