Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Spatula/Turner
Ingredients
- 4 sweet potatoes
- 1.5 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Always wash hands before preparing food.
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Grease a baking sheet with 1 Tablespoon olive oil.
- Wash sweet potatoes. With skins on, cut into 1/2 inch thick strips.
- In a large bowl, mix paprika, pepper, and cayenne. Drizzle with remaining oil and stir until well combined.
- Add potato strips to the bowl and toss until coated on all sides. Place in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Turn fries over and bake another 10-15 minutes, until tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. Enjoy!
Video
Notes
Healthy Note: Replace the cayenne pepper with 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder for a milder flavor. For the crispiest fries, be sure the potatoes do not lie on top of each other on the baking sheet.
Nutrition Facts
Sweet Potato Fries
Serving Size
1 serving
Amount per 1 Serving
Calories
171
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Sodium
83
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
30
g
10
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Calcium
46
mg
5
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
Potassium
512
mg
15
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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