Crunchy Oven Fries (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
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2 medium sweet potatoes, optional peeling, sliced into 1/4 inch thick strips
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika (try smoked variety for deeper taste)
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon cornstarch (skip if you want, it just makes them crunchier)
# Steps to Follow:
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Get your oven hot at 425°F (220°C). Stick a baking sheet in there while it warms up so it'll be sizzling when you need it.
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Slice sweet potatoes into 1/4 inch fries. Don't worry about peeling unless you want to. Try keeping them all about the same size so they cook evenly.
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Drop your cut fries in cold water for half an hour. This gets rid of extra starch and helps them turn out crunchier.
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Empty the water and dry the fries really well with paper towels. Grab a big bowl and mix them with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. If you're using cornstarch for extra crunch, toss it in now and coat everything well.
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Pull out that hot baking sheet carefully. Spread your fries out so they aren't touching each other. Cook them for 25-30 minutes, and flip them halfway. They should turn golden brown and crunchy.
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Take them out when they look nice and crispy. Give them a few minutes to cool down before you start munching.
# Additional Tips:
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The cornstarch trick works because it soaks up moisture from the potatoes, giving you that awesome contrast between crunchy outside and soft inside.