Sometimes You Just Need a Big Mac and some Fries

My wife has a problem. Sometimes she just wants to have the quarter pounder and some fries. And of course, there is nothing like a hamburger grilled on the barbecue. And we have been known to make our own french fries.

But a gang war in McDonald Land? How sad . . .

This is our favorite Garlic Fries recipe
Oven Fried Garlic Fries

• 3 pounds peeled baking potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
• 4 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• Nonstick cooking spray
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 8 garlic cloves, minced (about 5 teaspoons)
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Adjust oven rack to middle position. Heat oven to 400 degrees.

Combine potatoes, oil and salt in bowl or zipper-style plastic bag. Toss to coat.

Spray baking sheet or jellyroll pan with nonstick cooking spray. Place potatoes in single layer on prepared sheet. Leave a little space between potatoes. Bake 50 minutes or until potatoes are tender and golden brown, turning after 20 minutes.

Place butter and garlic in large, deep nonstick skillet; cook over low heat 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add potatoes, parsley and cheese; toss to coat. Serve immediately. [Note: too many fries on the baking sheet and they will not crisp up]