Garlicky Oven Fries

By lorik

Be sure to use potatoes of a similar size and cut them into even wedges so all of the pieces cook at the same rate. Traditional-finish and nonstick baking sheets both work well for this recipe.

Ingredients

• 6 garlic, minced
• 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 russet potatoes (about 8 ounces each), scrubbed
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 3/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from cookscountry.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Adjust oven rack to lowest position and heat oven to 475 degrees. Combine garlic and oil in large bowl and microwave until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer 5 tablespoons oil (leaving garlic in bowl) to rimmed baking sheet, turning sheet to coat.

2. Add potatoes to bowl with remaining oil mixture and toss to coat. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and microwave on high power until potatoes are translucent around edges, 3 to 6 minutes, shaking bowl to redistribute potatoes halfway through cooking.

3. Combine cornstarch, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in small bowl. Sprinkle over hot potatoes and toss to coat. Arrange potatoes in single layer on prepared baking sheet and bake, turning once, until deep golden brown and crisp, 30 to 40 minutes. Serve.