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Light Light and Healthy Potatoes Sides Starters

Crispy Oven-Baked Potato Fries

Oven-Baked Fries

A few months ago, my husband and I threw out our outdoor grill, and though it was a sad, sad loss it was a necessity. We’re moving soon, and since the thing was rusty, crusty and all kinds of beat up after years of use, we decided it would be less of a burden to toss it and buy a new one later. But, the time to move came, went and became delayed, and without a grill we were itching every hour for a juicy grilled burger and an excuse to make the crispiest, most delicious oven-baked potato fries ever to go with it.

Russet Potatoes

With our tiny, shiny new grill, now we have that excuse and can enjoy the spring and summer grilling that has become synonymous with this time of year. Hooray, huzzah, rejoice!

Oven Baked Fries

Thanks to Annie at Annie’s Eats, the perfect potato fry became a reality with this simple recipe she shared from Cook’s Illustrated. First, cut your potatoes into wedges (see this quick video on how to do it right), soak them in hot water and pat dry. Then, coat your baking sheet with oil, salt and pepper and bake for a little over half an hour, flipping once. Drain the grease with a paper towel, plate and enjoy these perfect fries – Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and great with a burger!

Now that I know how to do potato fries the right way, I’ll never be going back to the less-than-crispy burger companions that I used to make. Try these for yourself and I’m sure you’d agree!

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Crispy Oven-Baked Potato Fries

Yield: Makes 3 servings

Ingredients:

3 russet potatoes (about 24 oz. total), peeled and cut lengthwise into even sized wedges
5 tbsp. vegetable, canola or peanut oil, divided
¾ tsp. kosher salt, plus more to taste
¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 475˚ F.  Place the potato wedges in a large mixing bowl.  Cover with hot water; soak for 10-30 minutes.  Put 4 tablespoons of the oil onto a heavy, rimmed baking sheet.  Tilt the sheet side to side to evenly coat the pan with oil (a pastry brush can also help with this).  Sprinkle the pan evenly with the salt and pepper.  Set aside.

Drain the potatoes.  Spread the wedges out on layers of paper towels or on clean kitchen towels.  Pat dry with additional towels.  Wipe out the now empty bowl so it is dry.  Return the potatoes to the bowl and toss with the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil.  Arrange the potato wedges on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.  Cover tightly with foil and bake for 5 minutes.  Remove the foil and continue to bake until the bottoms of the potatoes are spotty golden brown, 15-20 minutes, rotating the baking sheet after 10 minutes.  Using a metal spatula and tongs, flip each potato wedge keeping them in a single layer.  Continue baking until the fries are golden and crisp, 5-10 minutes.  Rotate the pan as needed to ensure even browning.

When the fries are finished baking, transfer to a paper-towel lined plate to drain some of the grease.  Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.  Serve warm.

Enjoy!

Adapted from Annie’s Eats

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  1. Val says

    March 7, 2011 at 4:54 pm

    Is there anything better than a crispy fry?? I think not! These look great!!

  2. Cassie @ Bake Your Day says

    March 7, 2011 at 5:01 pm

    Can’t wait to try these. I made sweet potato “fries” this weekend but they definitely aren’t crispy! Looking forward to these! :)

  3. Katie @ This Chick Cooks says

    March 7, 2011 at 5:05 pm

    These look perfect! I love anything potatoes :)

  4. Alaska Food & Wine says

    March 7, 2011 at 5:32 pm

    An easy, handy recipe to have on hand. Thank you!

  5. tessie says

    March 7, 2011 at 6:01 pm

    I make them,too, I use olive oil and sprinkle them with 2 teaspoons of sugar(depending on how many are in the pan). I cook them at 425 for 25 minutes, turning once halfway through. They don’t need to be covered either!

  6. marla says

    March 7, 2011 at 6:02 pm

    Georgia – this is thrilling. Those look like the perfect fries & healthy too. Must try them over here. The color of the fries against the blue tea towel is gorgeous!

  7. Stephanie says

    March 7, 2011 at 6:04 pm

    Wow, your pictures are worth a thousand words here, Georgia! I can just tell how cripsy and delicious these fries are. So glad you guys made the plunge and decided to buy a new grill even though the move hasn’t happened yet. A summer season just wouldn’t be the same without!

  8. Pam says

    March 7, 2011 at 6:59 pm

    I love oven baked fries… yours look perfectly delicious Georgia!

  9. oneordinaryday says

    March 7, 2011 at 8:03 pm

    French fries are one of my favorite comfort foods! These looks yummy!!

  10. Ann says

    March 7, 2011 at 8:37 pm

    These look amazing! I can’t wait to try them!

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  12. Michael Toa says

    March 7, 2011 at 10:47 pm

    Hi Georgia, how are you?
    Thank you for stopping by my blog and for your nice comment. I am so glad you found me and then I found your beautiful and delicious blog. I just had a quick glimpse and all the pictures are so beautiful.
    The fries look so yummy and crispy. I just need ketchup :)
    I look forward to reading more of your posts.
    Have a nice day.
    Michael

  13. Tamara says

    March 7, 2011 at 10:56 pm

    Love your blog,recipes, photos, just took a look at it (discovered you through the comment you left on my blog for the vanilla cream pie) and I’m so looking forward to following your work! :)

  14. Jennifurla says

    March 7, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    my daughter would be in tater heaven, I think I would add some heat too! Nice.

  15. FOODESSA says

    March 7, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    When Hubby and I moved where grills are not allowed…I was secretly thrilled. I quite frankly do not miss it one bit.

    The fries are addictive made in this way. Since I had seen the segment on Cook’s Country, I too gave them a try. I also enjoy adding extra spices ;o)

    Flavourful wishes,
    Claudia

  16. Cake Duchess says

    March 7, 2011 at 11:53 pm

    These fries look splendid! My kids love fries and this is a much healthier way to make it for them:)Happy Monday, Georgia:)

  17. Charissa says

    March 7, 2011 at 11:57 pm

    OH, I love these. I have no idea why people buy the fast food version when you could have these! mmm, and they end up so much healthier AND taste AMAZING.

  18. Lea says

    March 8, 2011 at 12:15 am

    Hmm, they look good and crispy!
    My father makes so good oven potatoes. I love oven potatoes!
    I add some spices like rosemary and the rest, I don’t know…
    gosh, I love potatoes!

  19. Rebecca from Chow and Chatter says

    March 8, 2011 at 12:33 am

    wow these look so good can’t believe they are baked thanks for visiting my blog and the sweet comment I am already following your lovely blog, love the design by the way

  20. Kim @ Quit Eating Out {Recipes to Make Dining Out a Choice, Not a Chore} says

    March 8, 2011 at 12:46 am

    I LOVE your site and am so glad to “meet” you here! Your recipes look amazing and your blog is beautiful. Looking so forward to being a regular reader and trying lots of your recipes in my own kitchen. Have a super night!!!

  21. baking.serendipity says

    March 8, 2011 at 1:20 am

    I have never made a successful oven baked fry…but I’ve also never used this recipe before! Thanks for sharing…now I am ready for a burger and fries too :)

  22. Chef Dennis says

    March 8, 2011 at 1:54 am

    Huzzah is right, you gotta love potatoes in any shape or style, but your oven baked fries sound delicious! I have to make these next time I grill!

  23. Pretty. Good. Food. says

    March 8, 2011 at 2:19 am

    I have major issues with getting my fries to be crunchy. This is a new method, I’m gonna give it a try :)!

  24. Fashion Meets Food says

    March 8, 2011 at 2:24 am

    these look like pure bliss. I will definitely be making these up. So much healthier than deep fried junk!

    xo

  25. Edible Art says

    March 8, 2011 at 2:27 am

    ooh! i make these alll the time at home, ahhh they ARE sooo delicious (:

  26. Abby says

    March 8, 2011 at 2:55 am

    I have been searching for the perfect french fry recipe! Can’t wait for a night to try this one out!

  27. Lindsey @ Gingerbread Bagels says

    March 8, 2011 at 7:36 am

    Oh my goodness those fries look perfect!! I love how crispy they look and that they’re baked. :)

  28. Angie's Recipes says

    March 8, 2011 at 11:38 am

    They are so delicious and so much healthier!

  29. Jenn says

    March 8, 2011 at 1:15 pm

    Those look incredibly, Georgia!! You can come to my house and I’ll grill up burgers if you make the fries!!!

  30. teresa says

    March 8, 2011 at 1:46 pm

    oh wow! what a beautiful blog you have! everything looks amazing, i would love a big plate full of those fries! delicious!

  31. warmvanillasugar says

    March 8, 2011 at 1:57 pm

    Yum! These fries look so tasty. I love the photo of the potatoes and the flower, it’s so cute! :)

  32. Nourhan @ Miss Anthropist's Kitchen says

    March 8, 2011 at 3:39 pm

    Love that they’re oven-baked! Thanks for sharing :)

  33. Sara says

    March 8, 2011 at 5:12 pm

    Awesome! I’ve had bad luck with oven fries in the past so I will have to try your technique…these look fantastic!

  34. Emily says

    March 8, 2011 at 5:16 pm

    YUM! I’m going to have to try these. They look perfect!

  35. Karen says

    March 8, 2011 at 5:25 pm

    Oh wow, Georgia these are the best looking oven fries I have ever seen! The picture with the ketchup makes me want to eat my laptop… :-)

  36. Karly says

    March 8, 2011 at 5:49 pm

    Now I’m craving burgers and fries! These look so yummy!

  37. WizzyTheStick says

    March 8, 2011 at 11:01 pm

    Never had luck with oven baked being crunchy so thanks for the tip.

  38. Lisa @ Dishes of Mrs. Fish says

    March 9, 2011 at 12:02 am

    I’ve tried a similar recipe, you’re right…they are delicious!

  39. Magic of Spice says

    March 9, 2011 at 2:40 am

    Oh my goodness these look so good…love that they are baked :)

  40. Megan says

    March 9, 2011 at 4:41 am

    My internet is back on track and I am SO SO glad b/c I get to check out these tasty looking fries!! Looks great…and baked, you truly are awesome! Can’t wait to hit burger season around here, we are def. putting this on the list for this summer! :)

  41. Mindy says

    March 9, 2011 at 8:54 pm

    I totally need to make these! I can never get my fries to crisp in the oven, so I’ll definitely be trying this next time I make them.

  42. Jonna says

    March 10, 2011 at 3:07 am

    These look fabulous Georgia! Being from Idaho means I make potatoes almost daily. I think I will make these tonight.

  43. smalltownoven says

    March 11, 2011 at 1:37 am

    Oh thick wedge fries, I wish I could resist you!

  44. A Canadian Foodie says

    March 12, 2011 at 9:49 pm

    I use olive oil and garlic power. I have my students “design their own” with a combination of herbs and spices and very very little oil – but enough and they love them.
    Yours look CRISPY!
    :)
    Me too!
    I am slowly catching up….
    I hope to catch up soon!
    :)
    Valerie

  45. Melanie says

    March 15, 2011 at 3:34 am

    These really do look divine! Plus your description and photos make me absolutely sure I need to try them soon.

  46. KK says

    July 30, 2011 at 9:12 pm

    Hi there. I must say that I’ve bookmarked this page and come back often for your recipe for oven baked fries. It is the best recipe I’ve found so far! these are delicious! thanks!

  47. Rachel (teacher-chef) says

    November 11, 2011 at 1:48 am

    This was great – although I still managed to set off my smoke detector – EVERY time that I make oven fries… guess I just keep trying (oh darn, have to make more fries!!).

    The comment I received when I put this on the table was “I don’t think you made enough – and not because you used too few potatoes but because you made them taste too good”!! :-)

  48. Victoria Mobolaji says

    September 15, 2012 at 12:42 pm

    I loved this delicious delicacy, it was so tasty that the very next day I had to make it again. Thanks so much for the recipe

  49. Melissa says

    March 25, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    What temperature does the oven have to be at?

    • Georgia — March 25th, 2013 @ 7:15 pm

      Sorry, in the new site transition the recipe didn’t copy over fully! It’s been updated now. :)

  50. Julianna says

    April 23, 2013 at 10:39 am

    My husband and I just came across this recipe and thought we’d give it a try. Now we are OBSESSED with them! They were SO good! I have to agree way better than deep fried fries. I think we will just have to have them every night with dinner! Thanks for posting!!

  51. Kayla says

    May 28, 2013 at 10:27 pm

    Just tried this tonight, turned out lovely!! Thanks for sharing :)

  52. erin says

    November 4, 2013 at 8:14 pm

    Wow! Thanks so much for sharing. These were awesome. I didn’t change a thing

  53. Kelsey says

    June 24, 2015 at 8:09 pm

    Whoa! These were freaking awesome.

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