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Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Rosemary and Garlic

November 6, 2012 by Nicole 77 Comments

Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Rosemary and Garlic | pinchmysalt.com

This was originally posted on election day four years ago, but I’m updating and bringing it forward because I have the same message for you today and these oven-baked sweet potato fries with rosemary and garlic are just as appealing to me now as they were back then.  These delicious baked sweet potato fries have so much flavor, you’ll never miss that they aren’t deep-fried.

First of all, if you’re reading this post and you haven’t voted yet, I’d prefer that you bookmark this recipe, go find your local polling place, then come back and read this later.  Really. Go vote!

I’ve made several versions of these over the years but this batch is by far the best.  As usual, it’s the simplest combination of ingredients that makes me the happiest.  If you’ve never eaten oven-baked sweet potato fries, you need to know that they won’t be as crispy as the deep-fried restaurant version.  But I think the flavor of these can’t be beat and I don’t even miss the crunch.

For those of us who aren’t huge fans of sweet potato dishes that are overly sweet, this is the perfect way to reap the nutritional benefits of sweet potatoes and still enjoy a savory snack.

And what kind of food blogger would I be if I didn’t include a quick recipe for a Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce?  You’ll find it at the very end of this post.  You’re welcome.

Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Rosemary and Garlic | pinchmysalt.com

Combine finely chopped rosemary leaves, kosher salt, and one garlic clove then pound and grind them together to form a paste.

Combine finely chopped rosemary leaves, kosher salt, and one garlic clove then pound and grind them together to form a paste.

In a small bowl, mix the rosemary garlic paste with the olive oil.

In a small bowl, mix the rosemary garlic paste with the olive oil.

Cut the sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/2 inch slices.

Cut the sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/2 inch slices.

Stacking two slices together, cut potatoes into 1/2 inch strips.

Stacking two slices together, cut potatoes into 1/2 inch strips.

Put the cut sweet potatoes into a large bowl and add the rosemary garlic oil mixture.

Put the cut sweet potatoes into a large bowl and add the rosemary garlic oil mixture.

Now toss the potatoes until they are evenly coated with the oil mixture.

Now toss the potatoes until they are evenly coated with the oil mixture.

Spread the potatoes out on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Spread the potatoes out on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Roast the sweet potato fries in a 425 degree oven for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown. Check them every ten minutes, and stir or turn them if they appear to be getting dark on the bottom. Watch carefully towards the end because they can burn quickly!

Roast the sweet potato fries in a 425 degree oven for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown. Check them every ten minutes, and stir or turn them if they appear to be getting dark on the bottom. Watch carefully towards the end because they can burn quickly!

Although these fries are great on their own, who doesn’t enjoy a special dipping sauce every now and again?  Ranch would work well, but I really enjoyed the buttermilk blue cheese dressing that’s served with sweet potato fries at one of my favorite local restaurants, Urban Solace.  If you live in San Diego and you’ve never been there, be sure to check out their Sunday Bluegrass Brunch for some great food, great atmosphere, and great music!

Nutrition

Calories

98 cal

Fat

7 g

Carbs

1 g

Protein

1 g
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Yields 2 to 3 servings

Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Rosemary and Garlic and Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce
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Ingredients

Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce

2 ounces dry blue cheese, crumbled

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup buttermilk

dash of onion powder

freshly ground black pepper to taste

Sweet Potato Fries:

1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1 small clove of garlic, peeled

2 T. olive oil

2 medium sweet potatoes

Instructions

Make the dipping sauce:

Mix all ingredients together with a fork, mashing the blue cheese a bit as you go. Dressing can be thinned with more buttermilk or regular milk if desired. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Make the Fries:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2. Using a mortar and pestle, mash together the garlic, salt, and rosemary to form a paste. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, put ingredients into a small bowl and mash the garlic, rosemary and salt against the side of the bowl with a fork. It takes a bit more effort, but you'll be able to work it into a paste.

3. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil and garlic paste; set aside.

4. Scrub sweet potatoes and cut off any blemishes that you wouldn't want to eat. Slice the sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/2 inch pieces. Stacking two pieces together, cut potatoes into 1/2 inch strips. Do the same with remaining potato.

5. Put potato strips into a large bowl; Add oil mixture and toss well until all potatoes are well coated.

6. Spread potatoes out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper (the parchment is optional, but makes for easier clean up!). If you don't use parchment, make sure to grease the baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray or some extra olive oil.

7. Roast potatoes for 30-35 minutes, checking every ten minutes and rotating the pan for even browning. Every once in a while check to see if the potatoes are browning too much on the bottom. If that's the case, turn them over. I didn't have that problem, but you never know! Keep a careful watch towards the end and remove as soon as the smallest pieces just barely start to blacken on the ends.

Notes

Two medium sweet potatoes will serve 2-3 people as an appetizer. I think you could toss in one more potato without needing any more garlic paste or oil. But if you are cooking for a crowd, double all the ingredients and plan on using two baking sheets. Remember to keep the potatoes in one layer and don't crowd them too much or they won't brown evenly. These fries are best served right out of the oven!

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  1. Hugh says

    July 6, 2009 at 9:54 am

    This is absolutely amazing! Where have you been all my life? I just got this form my friend and I was blown away. I never knew that these recipies existed and the pictures makes it even better. I'll be living by your recipies from now on. Thanks!
    Reply
  2. Wendy says

    August 4, 2009 at 10:51 pm

    I coincidentally "stumbled upon" this fabulous website and recipe, ten months after it was posted on election day. I think I'll make these delectable looking things just so I can forget about the disaster I helped vote into office :( I hope the potatoes turn out better than he has.
    Reply
  3. Barry says

    August 5, 2009 at 5:25 pm

    "I think I’ll make these delectable looking things just so I can forget about the disaster I helped vote into office" Really? You're ready do declare disaster 8 months in? You must have been a basket case 2 weeks into the previous guy's tenure.
    Reply
  4. Cristy says

    November 20, 2009 at 8:58 am

    yum -i think rosemary is my favorite herb to pair with sweet potato. i like the blue cheese idea -i'm featuring it on my blog post about sweet potato dips..check it out.. http://sweetbytesblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/goodbye-ketchup.html
    Reply
  5. Blender Benefits says

    December 18, 2009 at 9:48 am

    I just discovered the beauty of sweet potato fries and am blown away by this recipe. Garlic and rosemary are two of my favorite things- I can't wait to give this a shot!
    Reply
  6. Rita says

    December 19, 2009 at 5:41 pm

    these do sound really good, but i actually was looking for a recipe for deep fat fried sweet potatoes that required soaking them in ice water. Do you know of anything like that, an could i get it before Christmas? thanks
    Reply
  7. Matt Harmer says

    February 19, 2010 at 7:21 am

    They look great. PS First post on a food site ever.
    Reply
  8. Evo says

    March 3, 2010 at 3:00 pm

    My sweet potatoes seem to go a bit soggy when I roast them, but I will try again with this recipe!
    Reply
  9. Glucose Meter Reviews says

    December 17, 2010 at 9:35 am

    Oh wow! That looks absolutely delicious, I love how you took an old favorite and added your own twist. You also did an amazing job with the pictures, I will definitely try this recipe over the weekend.
    Reply
  10. Jessica@AKitchenAddiction says

    November 6, 2012 at 2:29 pm

    Sweet potato fries are my favorite!! Love these!
    Reply
  11. Rebecca says

    November 6, 2012 at 3:35 pm

    This is getting spooky. First your mention of Deb's book yesterday, then, this afternoon, I was wondering what to do with the lone sweet potato I bought for myself yesterday, and this post shows up in my inbox. I didn't have any rosemary, so I made it with just the garlic and salt. Fantastic! I'm going to make these all winter long. Thank you. (Also, I'm kind of curious/nervous about what you're going to post tomorrow...)
    Reply
  12. Lynne Knowlton says

    November 6, 2012 at 3:48 pm

    YUM !!! Those look delish !! I am making them RIGHT NOW. :) Have you ever tried apple butter for dipping ? It may be a Canadian thaaang. It is sooo delicious and it is good for you too. No sugar added apple butter rocks out loud. Thanks for sharing this recipe. Cheers, Lynne
    Reply
  13. amanda says

    November 6, 2012 at 8:25 pm

    I remember when you initially posted this! i wanted it then and there and i think i might want them more now!
    Reply
  14. Fork and Whisk says

    November 6, 2012 at 8:49 pm

    First time to your site, pictures look great and these sound delicious. Thanks.
    Reply
  15. Fork and Whisk says

    November 6, 2012 at 8:55 pm

    Sweet potatoes look great and sound delicious. I bet they would go with a roasted chicken. Thanks for sharing, this is my first time here but will definitely be back.
    Reply
  16. Ruby says

    November 7, 2012 at 7:55 am

    yum!
    Reply
  17. Chels R. says

    November 7, 2012 at 1:26 pm

    Oh my word, these look insanely tasty!
    Reply
  18. Sean says

    November 8, 2012 at 12:21 pm

    Buttermilk. Blue cheese. Dipping sauce. Dude.
    Reply
  19. Anthony Lloyd says

    August 15, 2014 at 3:18 pm

    A food blog is suppose to make you hungry. Now I want sweet potato fries and blue cheese dip. NOW! google plus oned.
    Reply
  20. hanamichis8 says

    December 23, 2017 at 8:54 am

    Thank for recipe!!
    Reply
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