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Potato Wedges

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Number of Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 3 large baking potatoes
  • 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 °F.
  2. Scrub potatoes well but do not peel.
  3. Cut each potato into 8 wedges, lengthwise.
  4. Mix oil, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, and onion powder together. Spread the mixture on the sides of each potato wedge.
  5. Place on a baking sheet with space between wedges.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes in preheated oven.
  7. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes:

  • Covering the baking sheet with foil under the potatoes will help with clean-up.
  • Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
  • Baking time can vary according to size of the wedges; test for doneness by poking with a fork.

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