When it is this cold outside the only thing that can comfort the winter blues is good comfort food.
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It was a night of oven fried chicken, crispy baked fries and some delicious banana muffins. Needless to say, we didn’t let the cold weather bring us down.
We will get to the chicken and muffins later, but today let’s focus on these potato fries. They were perfect. Not a soggy fry in site. Each fry was crispy and flavorful.
I have to admit that I am definitely a steak and potatoes gal, so in my book homemade potato fries are always a good idea.
It has taken me a while to get a really good baked fry. The trick is in the cornstarch. This was the second time I tested this theory and all I can say is that it has been foolproof thus far.
The cornstarch and cornmeal combined make a perfect coating to give the fries that crispy texture that we all love in the traditional fry. The best part is that these are baked and easier to make in my opinion.
Ingredients:
6 Russet Potatoes, cleaned, skinned and sliced into ¼-inch slices
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup cornmeal
Salt & Favorite Seasonings
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Let the potato slices sit in a bowl of water for about 10 minutes. Drain and pat dry thoroughly.
Sprinkle cornstarch and cornmeal and toss until each fry is coated.
Season with your favorite herbs and spices. I used about 1 tablespoon of Caribbean Spice Blend and 1 teaspoon of salt to flavor the fries. Add the vegetable oil and give it one last good toss.
Bake for about 30 minutes or until the fries are golden and the edges are crispy.
Enjoy!
Toodles,
Tammy<3
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Sandee says
Those look so very good. I did a lot of comfort food this past weekend. I don't even want to talk about how much weight I gained. I'm watching my calories until it comes off too.
Have a fabulous day you two. Big hugs. ♥♥♥
Arianna Marangonzin says
Wow...sono davvero invitanti e croccanti.
Ciao.
Angie Schneider says
They look so crunchy and delicious! Thanks for sharing, Tammy.
Rose says
I love potatoes. This will be on my dinner plate tonight! Hugs, Rose
Chatty Crone says
I love fries, but know they aren't to healthy for you - but these look great and they are good for you!
bakewelljunction says
Tammy,
The fries look delicious. Pinned.
Annamaria
La cucina di Molly says
Buonissime, sembrano molto croccanti, mi piace questa versione al forno! Un abbraccio!
Medeja says
When I am making fries at home I always bake them instead of frying 🙂
Stay warm 🙂
Hanna Woeking says
I've never been a potato person, but even I want to give these a try, they look pretty darn good!
Zainab Mansaray says
Oh yes, these are fries Tammy!! Crispy, baked and of course so delicious!! Definitely will beat any winter blues.
Gloria Baker says
these look delicious!!xx
Nee says
Hi Tammy , boy do those fries look good , no fat , pinning , thanks for sharing 🙂
David says
Tammy, These fries look great! We've never tried baking our fries so thanks for the recipe! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Maureen says
Corn starch and corn meal sound wonderful for baked fries. Well done!
Tanya Walton says
I love making my own fries...I often leave the skins on though as there is so much goodness in the skin!!
Lucia from Madison says
These will be appearing on our table! We love potatoes and these look so good. Thank you for sharing.
peps says
My favourite!!!!
Amy (Savory Moments) says
We make oven fries quite frequently, so I'm definitely going to have to try this cornstarch/cornmeal trick! Thanks - they look wonderful!
MonuTeena RecipesPassion says
Tammy this is so great crispy potato fries 🙂 shall try for my husband he really loves to eat crispy potatoes 🙂
lisa is cooking says
These look crispy and delicious! I have to try the cornstarch tip.
Mariuca says
Yum yum! I love anything potato and these look divine! 🙂
Nippon Nin says
Simple yet delightful! Love this recipe. I hope you're warm and safe from yet another snow storm. Take care.
Dottie says
Hi Tammy, Wow, I love these...they are terrific looking. I think it is great that they are baked not fried. If you didn't tell anyone, that they would think they were fried. Lots of flavors and there is nothing like fries, total comfort foods. Thanks for sharing, boy they look so good, I want them right now...Blessings for a great week ahead...Dottie 🙂
Reeni Pisano says
These look insanely good Tammy! I could munch through that batch right now! I've been eating a ton of potatoes lately - they're the best comfort food when it snows every other day! 😉
Juliana says
Love the idea of crispy...these look great!
Thanks for the recipe Tammy....have a great week 😀
Mika says
Easy to prepare and nutritious.
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foongpc says
Looks yummy!! 🙂
SimoCuriosa says
mmmm these look very....good and crispy!
gnam gnam!
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Mary Frances McNellis says
Thank you SO MUCH for sharing the cornstarch trick! Maybe it will solve my problem of not so crispy oven fries. 😉 These look absolutely delicious!
Alida says
They look fabulous! Really crispy!! Very nice recipe and looks great too!
idahoharmon says
These look yummy, a great alternative to fast food fries.
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Joanne T Ferguson says
G'day! Love crispy fries!
Thanks for sharing!
Cheers! Joanne
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Kathy says
Oh my…I love fries…especially when they’re crispy like these! They are the perfect comfort food to help get rid of the winter blues!
Mika says
So healthy and nutritious! I love this!
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Rachel Kathy G @ onlinesisterhood says
Yum! Pinning these too---these baked fries look amazing---I have enjoyed looking around your site so much this afternoon. Have a wonderful week:)
Liz Berg says
These look incredible, Tammy! Pinning! A must try 🙂