Oven French Fries

Would you like some fries with that? Say yes at just about any restaurant and you’ll be adding up to 430 calories and a whopping 23 grams of fat to your diet. This healthier version cuts those numbers in half…not so bad…but still an every once in a while thing.

Ingredients (2-4 Servings)

• 2 large baking potatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground sea salt
• 1 egg whites
• Olive oil cooking spray

Preparation

·         Heat oven to 425°F.

·         Slice potatoes in half lengthwise then cut each half into 1/4- to 1/2-inch-thick fries and pat dry with a paper towel.

·         In a bowl, combine the spices, except the salt.

·         In another bowl, whisk egg white until foamy, about 1 minute

·         Add the fries to the egg white to coat then toss in the spice mixture until evenly coated.

·         Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and arrange fries on sheet with space in between Very lightly spritz the fries with cooking spray.

·         Bake, turning once, until fries are golden and crispy - about 20 minutes.

·         Salt immediately, serve and enjoy!

Nutritional Information

Per serving: 173 calories, 1 g fat, 0 g saturated, 36 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber, 6 g protein