These healthy fries are a delicious way to enjoy French fries without all the fat

French fries on cookie sheet lined with parchment paper on oven rack.

Serves: 4

Serving size: 1/2 cup

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 25-30 minutes

Ingredients:

1 large sweet potato, sliced into strips
1 large white potato, sliced into strips
2 Tbsp. canola oil
1/2 tsp. chili powder, garlic powder or pepper
1/4 tsp. salt

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 450º F.
  2. Wash hands with soap and water.
  3. Scrub potatoes with clean vegetable brush under running water.
  4. Combine oil, chili powder or pepper in a large bowl and mix well.
  5. Add potatoes to the bowl and mix until they are coated with the oil and spices.
  6. Arrange potatoes in a single layer on baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Turn fries over halfway through, and continue baking.
  7. Remove from oven, place on paper towel, and sprinkle with small amount of salt.

Menu ideas:

Healthier than french fries, oven fries make a great snack or side to hamburgers.

Tip:

Try with other seasonings, like paprika or oregano.

 

 

 

 

Author(s)

Nutrition Connections Teacher
Health & Well-Being Teacher
Phone: (603) 447-3834
Office: Cooperative Extension, Taylor Hall, Durham, NH 03824