Fennel-Scented Sweet Potato Fries

Peel and cut your sweet potatoes into evenly-sized fries. Try to keep the fries within a quarter inch of each other in thickness. Toss the fries with olive oil, fennel seeds, salt, and pepper. Roast on a sheet pan at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

The ancient Egyptians were the first to cultivate sweet potatoes, and their popularity quickly spread to other parts of the world. Sweet potatoes are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and are a delicious and versatile vegetable. These sweet potato fries are a healthier alternative to traditional fries, and the fennel seeds add a unique flavor that will make you forget all about regular fries.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch fries
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, olive oil, fennel seeds, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
4. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
6. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Why It Works

• Cutting the fries into even-sized pieces helps them to cook evenly.
• The olive oil helps the fries to crisp up.
• The fennel seeds add a unique flavor to the fries.
• Roasting the fries at a high temperature helps them to get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.