Thrice-Cooked Fries

1. 1

   Cut the potatoes into 1/3-inch-thick steak fries and transfer to a bowl of cold water.

2. 2

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

3. 3

   Drain the potatoes, add them to the pot and boil just until tender, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Carefully drain the potatoes and transfer them to a paper towellined rack to cool.

5. 5

   Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

6. 6

   In a large, deep skillet, heat 2 inches of oil to 250.

7. 7

   Set a rack over a baking sheet.

8. 8

   Working in batches, fry the potatoes just until they begin to brown around the edges, about 8 minutes.

9. 9

   Transfer the potatoes to the rack and let cool.

10. 10

    When all of the potatoes have been fried once, heat the oil to 350.

11. 11

    Fry the potatoes again, in batches, until golden and crisp, about 7 minutes per batch.

12. 12

    Drain the fries on a paper towellined baking sheet, sprinkle with salt and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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