Sweet Potato Chips

Instructions

1. Prepare the sweet potatoes
   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Using a mandoline slicer or a very sharp knife, slice the sweet potatoes into thin rounds about 1/8-inch thick. Try to keep the thickness consistent for even cooking.
2. Season the chips
   Place the sweet potato slices in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and any optional herbs. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the oiled sweet potatoes and toss again to distribute the seasonings evenly.
3. Arrange for baking
   Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray or brush with olive oil. Arrange the sweet potato slices in a single layer, making sure they don't overlap. This is crucial for achieving crispiness.
4. Bake to perfection
   Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then carefully flip each chip with tongs or a spatula. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, watching closely in the final minutes to prevent burning. The chips should be crisp around the edges and slightly browned.
5. Cool and serve
   Remove from the oven and let the chips cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. They will continue to crisp up as they cool. Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately for maximum crispness.