Sweet and Hot Polenta Fries

• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 14 teaspoon salt
• 14 teaspoon ground cumin
• 14 teaspoon chili powder
• 18 teaspoon cayenne
• 0.5 (16 ounce) package prepared polenta, cut crosswise
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 14 cup canola oil
• 2 tablespoons red bell peppers, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (parsley works too)

1. Combine sugar, salt, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne; set aside.
2. Cut polenta lengthwise in 6 thin slices; cut each slice lengthwise into 4 strips.
3. Toss polenta strips in flour to coat.
4. In a skillet heat oil over medium-high heat, add polenta strips.
5. Cook 7-8 minutes stirring occasionally, until golden.
6. Drain on paper towels.
7. Place fries in a bowl with sugar mixture and toss to coat.
8. Sprinkle with the red pepper and basil.
9. Serve immediately or keep warm on a baking sheet in 325 degree oven for up to 20 minutes.

sugar, salt, ground cumin, chili powder, cayenne, polenta, flour, canola oil, red bell peppers, fresh basil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/sweet-and-hot-polenta-fries-225310 (may not work)