Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries

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The right tools can make all of the difference and be a huge time saver in the kitchen,
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I make oven baked sweet potato fries at least once a week and the recipe is in the KitchenIQ
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Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries

2 lbs. sweet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled
1/4 C olive oil or other vegetable oil
1 T salt
1/2 tsp. paprika
sprinkling of freshly cracked black pepper

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Peel the potatoes and cut them in half lengthwise, then cut each half
in thirds lengthwise.  Place the potatoes on a baking sheet with the
olive oil, salt, pepper and paprika.  With clean hands, toss all of the
ingredients together, making sure each slice is covered with oil.

Spread the potatoes in a single layer.  Do not overcrowd them.
Bake 18 - 20 minutes or until tender and golden brown.  Cool a
few minutes before serving.

Serves 4.

Enjoy!