Oven Sweet Potato Fries

Want sweet potato fries that aren't mushy? After making these easy oven fries for over a decade, I've discovered a few tricks for getting tasty sweet potato fries just the way I like them! And no fussy steps like pre-soaking. You're welcome.

📝 Ingredients

• 10 ounces sweet potatoes (about 1 medium potato)
• 2 Tablespoons high heat cooking oil
• 1 teaspoon seasoning (see note)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 425F. Line a large rimmed...: Preheat oven to 425F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or coat with non-stick seasoning.
2. 2Prepare your sweet potatoes by peeling them (or...: Prepare your sweet potatoes by peeling them (or not!) and slicing them into thin planks -- no more than 1/2 inch wide.
3. 3Separate the plants into two piles with the...: Separate the plants into two piles with the rounded pieces on top of each. Slice each pile into thin fries. Try to get them all roughly the same size.
4. 4Place the fries on the baking sheet, drizzle...: Place the fries on the baking sheet, drizzle with oil, and sprinkle the seasoning on top. Toss them with your hands and then spread them out evenly.
5. 5Roast on a lower oven rack for 20-25...: Roast on a lower oven rack for 20-25 minutes until they're covered in medium brown spots and have crispy tips. Flip them around halfway through roasting.
6. 6Let them cool on the baking sheet for...: Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before serving. (This is important. Don't immediately dump them onto a serving platter or you'll end up with mushy fries.)