Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

　　

Ingredients

Serves 4

　　6 tablespoons vegetable oil

　　3 russet (baking) potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)

　　1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme, crumbled

　　

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F.

　　

Step 2

Brush 2 large baking sheets well with some oil.

　　

Step 3

Peel potatoes and with a mandoline or other hand-held slicing device cut length-wise into 1/8-inch-thick slices. Immediately arrange potatoes in one layer on baking sheets and brush with remaining oil.

　　

Step 4

Bake potatoes in middle of oven until golden, 12 to 15 minutes, and while still warm transfer with a metal spatula to racks. Sprinkle with thyme and salt to taste. Chips may be made 3 days ahead. Cool chips completely and keep in an airtight container at room temperature.