Oven Fries

Soaking the potatoes in a salt/sugar solution draws out some of their water. This way they brown in the oven instead of steam.

1 1/2 lbs. potatoes, peeled and cut into strips
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp sugar
4 tsp. oil
1 tsp paprika

Preheat oven to 450 and spray cookie sheet with Pam. In a large bowl combine potatoes, 1/4 tsp salt and sugar with cold water to cover. Soak 15 minutes. Drain and blot dry. In another large bowl, toss the potatoes with oil and paprika. Place in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake turning the potatoes over as they brown, until cooked through and crisp (about 45 minutes). Sprinkle with remaining salt.