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Spicy Oven-Roasted Potatoes

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Spicy Oven-Roasted PotatoesGentl & Hyers

The fact that these fries are healthier is almost beside the point—baked fries are great in their own right, and who's crazy enough to deep-fry on a weeknight anyway? These potatoes get a dusting of spices before roasting for extra flavor.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

3

russet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), unpeeled, each cut lengthwise into 8 wedges

1

/4 cup olive oil

1

/2 teaspoon paprika

1

/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1

/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss potato wedges, oil, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper on a foil-lined large rimmed baking sheet to evenly coat; season potatoes with salt and pepper.

    Step 2

    Roast, turning once, until wedges are golden brown and crisp, 25-30 minutes.