French fries are maddeningly delicious, but consider that a large order of McDonald’s French fries contains about 500 calories and 25 grams of fat before you dip them into ketchup or mayo. I think it’s time for French fry rehab, don’t you?
Recipe information
Yield
serves 4
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Slice the sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Cut the slices into 1/4-inch-wide sticks. Place the sweet potatoes in a large bowl, and sprinkle generously with salt. Let stand for about 20 minutes to release some of their moisture.
Step 2
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 450˚F. Place a wire rack on a baking sheet, and set it aside.
Step 3
Spread the potatoes out on paper towels to absorb any excess moisture. Then place them in a large bowl, and spray them with cooking spray. Sprinkle with the thyme and salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne to taste. Spread the potatoes out on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4
Bake the fries until they are golden and tender, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve immediately.
healthy tips
Step 5
Eat more sweet potatoes! At only 130 to 160 calories each, they are loaded with complex carbohydrates, protein, vitamins A and C, iron, and calcium—and when eaten with the skin, they have more fiber than a bowl of oatmeal.
nutrition information
Step 6
Fat: 25g (before), 0.1g (after)
Step 7
Calories: 500 (before), 58 (after)
Step 8
Protein: 1g
Step 9
Carbohydrates: 14g
Step 10
Cholesterol: 0mg
Step 11
Fiber: 2g
Step 12
Sodium: 327mg
