Cajun Potato Gems

Cajun Potato Gems

Much more fun than your regular French fries! These spicy potato "gems" look impressive on a plate, but are so easy to do.
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Play with the shapes (triangles, diamonds or long, fat steak fries.), but make them all the same size since you want them to cook evenly. The spices add the Louisiana kick.
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  • Servings : Serves 6

Ingredients

  • 2 Idaho potatoes, large
  • 2 sweet potatoes, large
  • 2 Tablespoon paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons white pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
 

Directions

step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
step 2Mix all spices together.
step 3Peel the potatoes.
step 4Cut the potatoes in half, then cut on the diagonal into equal size pieces.
step 5Place the potatoes in a large bowl with the vegetable oil and toss to evenly coat.
step 6Sprinkle with the Cajun spices and toss to evenly coat.
step 7Place the potatoes on a cookie sheet and bake in 400-degree oven until tender-approximately 40 minutes depending on the size of the potato pieces.
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4/9/2010 , 
Mary  I.
Made this last night. Instead of sprinkling the spice mixture on the potatoes, I put the potatoes in a storage bag and added the spice mixture. Then I let my 5 year old shake the bag. The potatoes were too spicy for his little mouth. But they were perfect for the grownups. Definitely will be making it again - just have to make some without seasoning for my little guy.
5/16/2008 , 
Heather  F.
Ive been looking for a new twist on potatoes and I think I just found it!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5 oz.
Calories 280
Calories From Fat 170
Total Fat 19g
Saturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 630mg
Total Carbohydrates 58g
Dietary Fiber 5g
Sugars 11g
Protein 3g
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