Crispy Oven-Baked French Fries
Fluffy inside, golden and crispy outside—no deep fryer needed. Toss russet potatoes with oil and seasonings, then bake at high heat for restaurant-quality fries in 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 187
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
- 2 lbs russet potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 450°F. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper.
- 2
Scrub potatoes under cold water, then pat dry with a clean towel.
- 3
Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch-thick fries. Try to keep pieces uniform in width.
- 4
Toss fries with oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- 5
Spread fries in a single layer on sheet pans without crowding.
- 6
Bake for 20–25 minutes, shaking the pans halfway through, until edges are golden brown.
- 7
Serve immediately while fries are hot and crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- two sheet pans
- parchment paper
- chef's knife and cutting board
- large bowl
- oven
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