Feb 8, 2013

Cold Weather Comfort Food...

It's cold, it's dark, it's dreary....I don't know about you but sometimes the only thing that makes me happy on those dark, cold nights is comfort food.  It doesn't have to be unhealthy comfort food though....
Try these yummy, but healthier versions of your favorite comfort foods....
Here's the first one:

Healthy French Fries Recipe

This healthy recipe for French fires leaves regular French fried potatoes in the dust.  
All it takes to make a delicious and healthy side dish are a few key ingredients you already have in your pantry, no extra trip to the store required.

PREPARATION TIME: 15 MINUTES
COOKING TIME: 30 MINUTES
Makes 4 Servings, about 6 ounces each

1 1/2 pounds potatoes3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
2. Wash potatoes; cut lengthwise into thin strips.
3. Combine remaining ingredients in plastic bag.  Put potatoes in bag; seal; shake to coat potatoes.
4. Arrange potatoes in single layer on baking sheet.
5. Bake until crisp and golden, about 30 minutes.

PER SERVING:
Calories 255
Total fat 14 grams
Saturated fat 2 grams
Cholesterol 0
Sodium 156 milligrams 

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