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French Fries

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Ingredients:

  • 6 large baking potatoes, cut into strips (about 1/3 to 1/2-inch thickness and width)
  • oil for deep frying
  • salt

Preparation:

Soak potatoes in ice cold water for 1 hour at room temperature. Drain well; pat dry with paper towels.
Heat oil in deep fryer to about 375°.
Place potato strips in a single layer in deep fry basket; fry in hot oil for about 4 minutes, or until golden brown and tender. Drain on paper towels then keep warm in the oven while frying remaining batches.
Serves 4 to 6.

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