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Baked Red Potato French Fries Recipe

When you think of comfort food, crispy, golden fries often come to mind. But what if…
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 poundsred potatoes washed, dried, and cut into cut into 1/2-inch wedges
  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Place the 2 pounds red potatoes (washed, dried, and cut into 1/2-inch wedges) in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over the potatoes and toss with your hands until the wedges are evenly coated.
  • Bake for about 40 minutes, tossing the potatoes after the first 15 minutes and then again every 5–10 minutes, until the wedges are tender and golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.

Notes

Notes
You can also substitute Yukon Golds – they’re also creamy, delicious, and no need to peel!