Baked Yam Fries with Garlic Aioli

2 Yams

1 tablespoon Paprika

1 tablespoon Cumin

Salt, Pepper to taste

2 tablespoons Olive Oil

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.  Cut yams into long thin strips.  Season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.  Drizzle with olive oil and toss it well.  Bake for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Garlic Aioli

2 Egg Yolks

5-6 Garlic Cloves, roasted

1 tablespoon Champagne Vinegar

1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Pinch of Cayenne

Salt, Pepper to taste

In a food processor, place roasted garlic, salt, pepper, and cayenne.  Pulse for 10 seconds.  Add egg yolks and vinegar, and pulse on and off until blended.  Turn on and begin adding olive oil in a thin stream.  If becomes to thick, thin it out with a little water.

Serve Fries with Garlic Aioli.

Serves 3

*If you like, substitute roasted garlic for 2 fresh garlic cloves.