Unique and Delicious

Here is a recipe for "fried" (baked) yam or sweet potato wedges.  Think they're not delicious?  Think again and give them a try.  

Here are the few ingredients you will need:  For every two people, a large yam or sweet potato. Some salt and pepper, a little oil and some paprika. 

Start by washing the yam/sweet potato.  Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.  Dry the potato with a paper towel and poke it with a fork about 4 times.  Place on a paper towel and microwave until tender or near tender (about 3-5 minutes, depending on your microwave and the size of the yam/sweet potato.)  While the potato is cooking in the microwave, into a large bowl place two teaspoons of oil (I recommend Extra Virgin Olive Oil), one-half teaspoon of good paprika, about one-fourth teaspoon of salt and a few grinds of  black pepper.  Mix together.  Remove carefully the hot potato from the microwave and allow it to rest on a cutting board for at least 5-10 minutes.  Using a sharp knife, cut the potato in half lengthwise.  Then cut it again in half through the middle.  Now, cut "fries" to your desired thickness.  Lightly toss all in the large bowl with the paprika mixture and gently shake and toss until all the potato wedges are coated.  Place on a baking sheet that has been sprayed with Pam or similar product, spreading them out so they do not touch.  Bake in the oven for about fifteen minutes, checking on them frequently toward the end.   If desired, you can turn the potato fries about half-way through the baking process but I never find it necessary.

Enjoy these unique and delicious fries.  Alert!  One potato may not be enough for two people - these fries are so good, you might need to use one potato for each person!  If necessary, add more salt and pepper to taste.