4 large sweet potatoes, peeled, diced to 1" x 1/2" chips
2 tablespoons light olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse ground pepper
1teaspoon kosher or sea salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon rosemary
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Preheat oven to 450 F (230 C).
Place uncooked potatoes in a large bowl, and add olive oil. Toss the fries by hand to ensure a light but even coating of oil.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and place the fries in a single layer on the tray.
In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, paprika, rosemary, and garlic powder until fully incorporated.
Gently sprinkle most of the seasoning mixture over the fries, making sure it sticks to the oil-coated potatoes. Keep a little extra seasoning aside for later.
Place baking sheet in the oven and bake fries for approx. 25-30 mins, making sure to flip the fries halfway through. Test for "doneness" by piercing a fry with a fork. If the fork goes in and out easily, they are ready.
Once crispy and fully cooked, remove tray from oven and immediately sprinkle the rest of the seasoning mixture over the hot fries (to taste).
Allow to cool for 3-5 mins, and enjoy them hot.
Pro-tip: For a sweeter version, replace the olive oil for melted butter, and the seasoning mixture for cinnamon and sugar.
Pro-tip: For a healthier version, leave the sweet potato skin on. More fiber and potassium, and adds a rustic look.