Mean Chef'S French Fries

1. 1

   Pour oil in a deep fryer or heavy saucepan to reach halfway up the sides of the pan.

2. 2

   Heat to 325 degrees F, use a deep fry thermometer to determine this.

3. 3

   While the oil is heating, peel the potatoes and push through a French fry cutter to form uniform sticks.

4. 4

   As you go, place the cut potatoes in a bowl of ice water to release some of the starch and to keep them from browning.

5. 5

   Dry the potato strips thoroughly, this will keep the oil from splattering.

6. 6

   Fry the potatoes in batches so the pan isn't crowded and the oil temperature does not plummet.

7. 7

   Cook for 3 minutes until they are soft but not browned.

8. 8

   Remove the potatoes with a long-handled metal strainer and drain on brown paper bags.

9. 9

   Bring oil temperature up to 375 degrees F.

10. 10

    Return the par-fried potatoes to the oil in batches and cook a second time for 4 minutes until golden and crispy.

11. 11

    Drain on fresh brown paper bags then place in a serving bowl lined with paper towels.

12. 12

    Salt and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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