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Baked Sweet Potato Fries
A fantastic, healthier alternative to greasy fries, and they're just as good!
Ingredients:
4 sweet potatoes (yams)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley (optional)
Makes 4-6 servings
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Coat baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or line with foil.
2. Cut sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch thick lengthwise strips, toss with oil. Arrange in single layer on baking sheet, bake 15-20 minutes.
3. Turn potatoes over, bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown all over. Season to taste, sprinkle with parsley.
Variations:
Terrific Tidbit: For a sweeter version, omit parsley, sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg before baking.
Nutrition:
Per serving: CAL 142 (29% from fat); FAT 5g; PROTEIN 2g; CARB 23g; CHOL 0mg; SODIUM 71mg; DIETARY FIBER 4g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1 1/2 starch, 1 fat
Credits:
*Created by Louisiana Sweet Potato Commission spokesperson, Holly Clegg

