Air Fryer Parmesan Fries

Ingredients

• 1 medium russet potato, scrubbed
• 1 tablespoon salt plus ¼ teaspoon, divided
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• ¼ teaspoon coarse black pepper
• ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Cut the potato in 1/4 by 1/4-inch thick sticks. Potato can be peeled or cut with skin on. Rinse the cut potato in cold water to remove starch. Cover with fresh cold water, add 1 tablespoon salt and mix well. Refrigerate up to 2 days. Rinse, drain and pat the potato with paper towels.
2. In a large bowl, combine fries, vegetable oil, ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper. Toss until fries are evenly coated.
3. In air fryer basket, arrange fries in an even layer. Set air fryer temperature on 400°F.
4. Shaking basket every 5 minutes, cook 15 to 20 minutes or until fries are golden brown.
5. Sprinkle fries with Parmesan and parsley.

Serves: 2

Test Kitchen Tip:  Choose a good potato for frying. Russet potatoes are recommended due to their high starch content. They hold their shape and make a crispy fry. The oval shape of the russet is good for making long French or steak fries.