How to Make Oven Fries - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of crispy, savory potatoes but want to skip the deep frying, oven fries are the perfect alternative. These golden-brown delights are just as delicious as their fried counterparts, but they're much healthier and easier to make.

Oven fries are a versatile side dish that pairs well with just about any meal. Whether you're serving them with a juicy burger, a hearty steak, or a light salad, these fries are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Plus, with just a few...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds baking potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil, and coat well with vegetable cooking spray. Scrub potatoes well and cut into 1/2 inch thick fries.
  • In a large mixing bowl, toss potatoes with oil, sugar, salt and red pepper. Spread on baking sheet in one layer.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until potatoes are tender and browned. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    156 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 403mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 23mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 810mg