Are potato wedges healthier than fries?

Fast food French fries are generally deep fried, and many restaurants use canola oil, which is usually chemically extracted using hexane . On the other hand, this potato wedges recipe is made with simple real food ingredients, and it’s roasted on a sheet pan in the oven. You can’t get healthier than that!

Can I change the oil and seasonings for different flavored potato wedges?

As you can see, we like to keep the seasonings simple. Feel free to change the spices, though, to fit your mood. We’ve made them with Dry Ranch Seasoning , Montreal Steak Seasoning , Montreal Chicken Seasoning , and even with a bit of onion powder, garlic powder, and parmesan cheese. I imagine paprika, chili powder, and taco seasoning would add quite a bit of flavor! If you prefer sweet potato wedges over russet, knock yourself out. Keep the seasoning the same or sprinkle a teeny tiny bit of cinnamon and nutmeg for a fall flair.

Which potatoes are the best for potato wedges?

For the best crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside potatoes, choose a variety that has a thinner skin, like russets, Yukon gold potatoes, or red potatoes. You could even try baked sweet potato fries if that’s more your style!

Can you freeze homemade potato wedges?

Yes! Cool completely, and flash freeze on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag or an airtight container for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator and heat on a baking sheet in the oven at 400F for 5-10 minutes to heat through and keep the crispiness.

Why do you soak potato wedges in cold water?

Some recipes have you soak your potato wedges in cold water before baking to help them get crispier in the oven. They say it helps remove excess starch. However, this recipe gives you perfectly crispy baked potato wedges without the extra steps!

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Crispy Baked Potato Wedges

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These crispy potato wedges are the best you’ll ever taste! Super easy to make, this frugal healthy recipe turns out perfectly roasted and crispy every time. Enjoy with burgers, chicken, or even soup & salad!

Author: Tiffany
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25-35 minutes
Total Time: 0 hours
Yield: serves 4
Category: Sides
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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4 russet potatoes
2 tsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ – 1 tsp pepper
½ – 1 tsp Italian seasoning

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400F
Scrub potatoes and thoroughly dry.
Cut the potatoes lengthwise, the skinny way. Placing half of the potato cut down down on the cutting board, cut it in half, and then each half in half. Repeat with the other portion of potato. Each potato should yield 8 wedges.
Combine cut potatoes and olive oil in a large bowl and toss well to ensure all the potatoes are thoroughly covered in oil, yet not drenched.
Place them on a cookie sheet, skin side down, and sprinkle liberally with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Bake in the oven for 25-35 minutes, until the tops and sides begin to brown nicely.

Notes

If your wedges are soggy, continue baking until they are crispy potato wedges.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
Calories: 123

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