On the Side: Veggie Fries

If vegetables can take the place of pasta, what can't they be? We thought we'd find out how well some of our favorite veggies transformed into fries. We counted on sweet potatoes but found that carrots, green beans and more also stand up well as sidekicks to burgers, club sandwiches or fish.

Best Cuts for Veggie Fries

• Portobella Mushrooms – Remove gills; slice crosswise about ½" thick
   
• Zucchini – Peel and remove seeds; cut into very thick matchsticks about 4" x ½" x ½"
   
• Green Beans – Trim 3-4" long
   
• Carrots – Peel; cut into thick matchsticks 3-4" x ¼" x ¼"
   
• Asparagus – Cut 3-4" long (thicker stalks work best)