Crispy Oven Baked Fries (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Fries
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3 large russet potatoes, cut into thin strips
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
→ For Topping
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
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Turn your oven on to 425°F (220°C). Grab a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper - this will help prevent sticking and make cleanup way easier.
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Give your potato strips a good soak in cold water for about 30 minutes - this little trick helps get rid of extra starch and makes them super crispy later. After soaking, drain them and pat them really dry with paper towels. Like, really dry!
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Toss your dried potato strips in a bowl with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano. Get in there with your hands if you need to - you want every fry nicely coated with all those flavors.
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Spread your seasoned potatoes on the baking sheet, giving them plenty of space to crisp up - overcrowding is the enemy of crispiness! Pop them in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, but here's the important part: flip them halfway through so they get golden and crispy all over.
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Once they're golden and crispy, take them out and while they're still hot, sprinkle that Parmesan cheese all over. Give them a gentle toss to get the cheese evenly distributed. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and serve them up while they're hot and crispy!
# Notes:
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For extra crispy fries, try baking them on a wire rack set on top of your baking sheet
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Feel free to spice things up with a pinch of paprika or chili powder if you're feeling adventurous
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The key to crispy fries is making sure they're super dry after soaking and not overcrowding the pan