Oven “Fries”

INGREDIENTS
1 1/4 lb. baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch strips
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. sugar
4 tsp. oil
1 tsp. paprika

DIRECTIONS
Preheat the oven to 450; spray a nonstick baking sheet with nonstick spray.  In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, 1/4 tsp. of the salt, and the sugar with cold water and cover.  Soak for 15 minutes; drain and blot dry.  In another large bowl, toss the potatoes with the oil and paprika.  Place in a single layer on the baking sheet.  Bake, turning the potatoes over as they brown, until cooked through and crisp, about 45 minutes.  Sprinkle with the remaining salt.