French Fries {Oven Baked}

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5.0

12 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Additional Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    55 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Belgian

French Fries {Oven Baked}

A versatile and tasty recipe that’s quick to prepare and easy to enjoy.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 1/2 lbs Russet Potatoes, (about 3 medium) cut into even sticks nearly 1/2-inch thick
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil or peanut oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 475 degrees. Place potatoes in a large bowl and cover with hot tap water. Let soak for 10 minutes.
  2. Drizzle the oil onto a rimmed 18 by 13-inch baking sheet (preferably non-stick), tilt to evenly coat.
  3. Drain potatoes well then evenly spread out onto several layers of paper towels. Spread more paper towels over top and pat and press to dry thoroughly.
  4. Evenly sprinkle oiled baking sheet with 3/4 salt and 1/4 tsp pepper (if oil pooled in areas then tilt pan to spread even before salting).
  5. Spread potatoes into an even layer onto prepared baking sheet leaving space between them. Cover baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil. Bake 5 minutes, then remove foil and continue to bake until spotty golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  6. Scrape potatoes loose from pan with a thin metal spatula then turn to opposite side. Spread even. Continue to bake until fries are golden, about 7 - 10 minutes longer. Spread potatoes on paper towels to drain. Season with additional salt if desired.

Notes

  • Method adapted from Cook's Illustrated (I didn't leave peels on or cut into wedges).
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