Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Sea Salt and Pepper

These sweet potato fries are the perfect side dish for any meal. They're crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned with sea salt and pepper. The best part is, they're baked, not fried, so they're a healthier option than traditional fries.

Sweet potato fries have been around for centuries, but they've only recently become popular in the United States. In the early 1900s, sweet potatoes were a staple food in the South, and they were often fried as a side dish. However, it wasn't until the 1950s that sweet potato fries became popular in the rest of the country. This was due in part to the rise of fast food restaurants, which began serving sweet potato fries as a healthier alternative to french fries. Today, sweet potato fries are a popular side dish at restaurants and homes across the country. They're a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy this versatile vegetable.

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

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 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 sweet potatoes, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
4. Toss to coat.
5. Spread sweet potatoes in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Why It Works

• The combination of sweet potatoes and sea salt and pepper is a classic flavor combination that always works well.
• Baking the fries instead of frying them makes them a healthier option.
• The parchment paper prevents the fries from sticking to the baking sheet and makes for easy cleanup.