Basic Homemade Potato Chips

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray large baking sheets with cooking spray.
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   Set aside.
3. 3
   Wash and dry potatoes, then cut crosswise into slices as thin as possible.
4. 4
   Put slices in a large bowl.
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   Add the olive oil, enough to coat the potato slices, and toss until coated thoroughly.
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   Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
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   (The salt can be omitted in favor of the pepper, or vice versa, depending on your preference.)
8. 8
   Arrange slices in a single layer on prepared baking sheets.
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   Bake for 15 minutes, then turn slices over.
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    Continue baking for 10-15 minutes until potatoes are golden brown.
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    Remove from the oven and cool on baking sheets.
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    (You can also add another dash of salt or pepper after removing the chips from the oven, or even squirt a little lemon or lime juice over them.)
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    Enjoy!