Perfect French Fries Recipe - baking potatoes

Method

• At least 15 min or possibly up to 5 hrs before serving.
• Slice potatoes into 3" x 3/8" strips.
• Rinse potato strips in colander under cool running water.
• Drain on paper towels.
• Fill deep fat frying or possibly heavy Dutch oven with 2" oil.
• Heat to 325 degrees.
• Pre-fry 3 to 4 min at 325 degrees.
• Remove from oil, place on paper towel.
• Cold at room temperature, 15 min to 5 hrs.
• Heat oil to 375 degrees.
• Fry potatoes again 2 to 3 min till golden.
• Drain on paper towels.
• Salt and serve.