Spicy Sweet Potato Fries

1 lg sweet potato, cut into French fries
2 t. canola oil
1 t. garlic
salt and pepper to taste

1.Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2.Combine all ingredients except pepper.
3.Spread the fries out in a single layer, spread apart, on two large baking sheets and bake for 15 minutes, then turn the fries over using a spatula, and cook for another 15 minutes, or until they are all crispy on the outside and tender inside. Thinner fries may not take as long.
4. Season with fresh pepper and most as if desired (right when they come out of the oven).

other options
- add garlic
- add rosemary and garlic
- add cinnamon (without the pepper)
- add cumin and/or chili powder

*from AV Thomas Produce - Costco Yam's