Ingredients (3 to 4 servings)

• 3 large baking potatoes (like Idaho potatoes)
• olive oil, drizzled
• salt and pepper, as desired

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
• Slice potatoes into strips (about 1/3-inch wide and thick) and place in strainer; thoroughly rinse and then put potatoes in a medium bowl. Cover potatoes with water and let sit for 25 - 30 minutes.
• Drain water from potatoes and pat dry with paper towels. Place potato strips on a baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil. Toss with hands, sprinkling salt and pepper on top, as desired.
• Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown, tossing occasionally with a spatula throughout bake time. (NOTE: If you go to toss them with a spatula and they don't budge easily, wait a bit before trying again. This helps to avoid broken fries!)