Day 29/1001: Fat-Free Fries

I have found, that the earlier I wake - the more I get accomplished. I'm not sure if that's because I'm awake for a longer period of time, or if I just feel less lazy. This morning I woke up at 7am - I had to drive with my dad to drop off my mom's truck for some servicing. While we were out, we stopped at a new outdoor mall in Frederick (also tackling my "Learn Frederick" goal), and stopped at a place called MOM's Organic Market. I thought my dad would be hesitant to go in but he followed. This market was AWESOME, and right up my alley. My dad and I were drooling over their locally produced bananas (wow), and as I struggled to take in every bit of the place, my dad found a sampling table. FRESH ORGANIC SALSA. I must go back, and get more. My dad isn't one for spontaneous spending - but we stood in a long line with a handful of orgasmic organics. I never thought my dad would step into a organic grocery store, but then again - up until this past spring I never had seen my dad grocery shop. His response to our stop: "This place has some weird things." Ahh!

Anyway, lately I've been looking for healthier choices in my diet. My Fitness magazine came the other day, and I skimmed through and found this recipe for "Fat-Free Fries." Great idea. Although I did not take any pictures of the beautiful pieces of potato, I will include the recipe:

1. Cut 2 scrubbed medium sweet potatoes into quarters; cut each quarter lengthwise into 4 wedges. Arrange on a baking pan misted with nonstick cooking spray.

2. Combine 1/2 teaspoon each salt, ground cumin, chile powder, and parika and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; sprinkle over potatoes.

3. Bake for 20 minutes at 425 degrees F, or until potatoes are brown and tender, turning once. Makes 4 servings.

And according to Fitness magazine, this snack is "packed with antioxidants and containing only 76 calories - and no fat-per serving." A few tips - I didn't have sweet potatoes, so I just used regular potatoes; although I believe my friend's mom used sweet potatoes and wow, they were amazing. Also - the skinnier the slice - the better! Both Fitness and MOM's have healthy and delicious recipes on their websites that I'm so excited to try!