French fries all'assassina (assassin's french fries)

In a large mixing bowl combine about 3 tbsp tomato paste, a generous amount of olive oil, a lot of red chili flakes, cayenne, minced garlic, a little granulated garlic, black pepper and a big pinch of salt.

Whisk vigorously about a minute until combined.

Add 1 lb frozen crinkle-cut fries by hand, leaving out ice chunks and breaking up any stuck together; toss with a spatula until every side is evenly coated.

Grate Parmesan finely over the fries and mix in; repeat for two cheesings in all (pre-grated is not fine enough to stick).

Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and finish with a last dusting of Parmesan.

Bake in the center of a 450 degree oven about 30 to 35 minutes, until partially charred in spots.

Serve hot on a plate with more Parmesan grated over and chopped Italian parsley.