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Skinny French Fries

Cost/Serving: $0.09
Yield: [8 servings] / Serving Size = ¾ cup
Ingredients:
4 medium potatoes, skins on, cut into strips (great with sweet potatoes!)
1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Cut potatoes and pat dry on towels. (The less water on potatoes, the crispier they will be.)
3. Put potatoes in a bowl and toss with oil and seasonings. Spread strips of potatoes in one layer in a 9 inch by 13 inch pan.
4. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until potatoes are golden brown and tender. Turn frequently. 
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