Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
• Peel the 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes. Cut them into even sticks about 1/4–1/2 inch thick.
• Place the cut fries in a large mixing bowl and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
• Add 3 tablespoons olive oil to the bowl and toss the fries until they are evenly coated.
• In a small bowl, mix 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until combined.
• Sprinkle the cornstarch-spice mixture evenly over the oiled fries and toss again until the fries are evenly coated.
• Arrange the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not overlapping.
• Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the sheet, flip the fries so the other side faces down, and return to the oven.
• Bake an additional 10 minutes, then check texture. If you want them crisper, bake up to 5 more minutes, checking frequently to avoid burning.
• Remove fries from the oven, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt, toss lightly to distribute, and serve immediately.