Roasted Fries with Garlic (Printable version)

Crispy roasted fries enhanced with garlic and fresh herbs for a tasty side or snack.

# Ingredient list:

01 - 2 lbs russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into fries

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil

03 - 1 tsp sea salt

04 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

05 - ½ tsp paprika (optional)

06 - 3 large garlic cloves, minced

07 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

08 - 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - In a large bowl, toss the potato fries with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.

03 - Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not crowded.

04 - Roast in the oven for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fries are golden and crisp.

05 - During the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the fries and return to the oven.

06 - Remove from oven and immediately toss fries with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese if using. Serve hot.

01 -

They're crispy outside, tender inside, and ready in under an hour with zero fuss.
The garlic toasts right onto the fries at the end, so you get bursts of flavor without any raw bite.
You can make them for yourself or feed four people—they disappear either way.

02 -

Don't skip drying your potatoes after cutting—moisture is the enemy of crispiness, and a quick pat with paper towels changes everything.
Flipping halfway through isn't optional; it's the difference between golden and unevenly cooked, and your guests will taste that difference.

03 -

Use a heavy baking sheet if you have one—it distributes heat more evenly and prevents the bottoms from browning too fast.
If your oven runs hot or cold, start checking at 25 minutes instead of waiting the full 30; ovens are temperamental and yours might surprise you.