Garlic Parmesan Fries
These Garlic Parmesan Fries are the perfect blend of crispy, savory, and downright delicious with a garlic and parmesan twist, making them an ideal side dish or snack.
Ingredients
For the Fries
- 4 medium Russet potatoes Approximately 1.5 lbs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped Optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into sticks about ¼ inch thick.
- Soak the potato sticks in cold water for at least 30 minutes.
- Drain the potato sticks and dry them thoroughly using a kitchen towel.
Cooking
- In a large bowl, toss the dried potato sticks with olive oil, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the seasoned potato sticks onto a lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Once done, sprinkle freshly grated parmesan cheese over the hot fries.
- Optionally, add chopped parsley for garnish.
Notes
Soak the potatoes longer for extra crispiness. You can add spices like paprika for flavor enhancement. Using a mandoline can help cut evenly sized fries.