Frugal Fries

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   After peeling (optional) and cutting the potatoes into your desired French fry thickness, cover and place in the fridge covered with water in a bowl for 1-8 hours.

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   When they have been soaked, drain the sliced potatoes well. Pat dry with towels. Separate into 2 batches.

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   *You will be double-cooking these.

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   Heat oil on medium high in a large pot (we used a stock pot). Add first batch and cook only until slightly firm. Take them out, and drain on paper towels while you put in the next batch.

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   The fries should be slightly darker in color and firmer, but not done.

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   Then repeat the steps: Add the first batch back into the oil a second time and cook until golden brown and crispy. Repeat for the second batch.

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   Place them in a paper towel covered bowl/dish and liberally add garlic salt or sea salt to the fries while they are still hot.

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   Repeat with 2nd batch.

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   Enjoy!

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    Remember you can re-use the oil by letting it cool and putting it back in you oil container. (this is how fast food joints do it, so should you)

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