Crispy Homemade Oven Fries

Crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside, Crispy Oven Fries are easy to make. Whip up a few dipping sauces to take these Oven Baked Fries over the top! This recipe is vegetarian, vegan and gluten free.I've included several fry sauces in the recipe, however, Jalapeno Aioli, Smoky BBQ Sauce, Creamy Guacamole with Sour Cream and Pesto Aioli all make fabulous dips as well.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs Russet, Yukon Gold or Maris Piper Potatoes (about 4 small potatoes)
• 2 1/2 Tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil (or Melted Coconut Oil)
• 1 tsp Fine Sea Salt
• 1/2 tsp Fine Sea Salt
• 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
• Honey Mustard: 6 Tbs Yellow Mustard + 2 Tbs Honey (whisk together)
• Quick Aioli: 6 Tbs Mayo + 2 tsp Minced Garlic + 1 Tbs Lemon Juice + Pinch of Salt (whisk together)
• Spicy Sauce: 6 Tbs Mayo + 4 Tbs Sriracha (adjust heat to taste, whisk together)
• Homemade Yogurt Ranch Dressing

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 450F (232C) and arrange the oven rack to the center. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper. Set aside.
2. 2Scrub the potatoes, removing any eyes that may have developed. Leave skin on (or remove if desired). Cut potatoes into 1/4"(ish) (.6cm) batons. Place into a large Dutch oven or stock pot. Cover with water by 1" (2.5cm). When the water just comes to a boil, remove pot from heat, set a timer and allow the potatoes to soak in the hot water for 8-9 minutes. When ready, the potato should be tender but not easily broken. Drain. Allow potatoes to set and steam off for about 5 minutes.
3. 3Meanwhile, while the potatoes are steaming off, place the sheet pans into the oven to preheat.
4. 4Carefully transfer potatoes in batches to tea towels and pat dry. The potatoes are tender at this point so handle them gently.
5. 5Remove the sheet pans from the oven, place the potatoes on the sheet pans and gently toss with olive or coconut oil (be careful, the pan is hot!). Space the fries so they are not crowded or touching. Place the sheet pans back in the oven and set a timer for 15 minutes. Flip the fries over, rotate the pans and bake for another 9-12 minutes. The fries are done when golden with a few darker spots. Sprinkle with about half the salt/paprika mixture while hot, if using. Toss. Adjust seasoning if desired. Share with dipping sauce(s) or simply ketchup.