OVEN FRIES WITH MUSHROOM GRAVY

Oven Fries with Mushroom Gravy image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 potatoes, preferably Yukon Gold or russet
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 sprigs fresh thyme, or 2 teaspoons dried
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Mushroom Gravy

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut potatoes lengthwise into thick slices, then into 1/2-inch by-1/2-inch-thick strips. Place in a bowl of cold water until ready to use. Drain, and dry well on paper towels.
Toss potatoes with oil and spread out on a dark roasting pan or baking sheet. Scatter thyme over potatoes. Bake, turning occasionally, until potatoes are brown and crisp on all sides, 35 to 40 minutes.
Remove from oven, discard thyme stems (the leaves will have fallen off), sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.