Fast Food French Fries

Ingredients

• 2 pounds russet potatoes, cut slightly larger than julienne
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper
• to taste neutral oil for deep frying

Steps

1. Place the potatoes in a large container of clean water.
2. Rinse repeatedly until the water runs clear.
3. Spin the potatoes in a salad spinner until dry.
4. Deep fry at 350°F until tender and limp but not browned.
5. Drain on a cooling rack.
6. Heat oil to 375°F.
7. Fry the potatoes for 4–5 minutes.
8. Drain the fries on a cooling rack.
9. Sprinkle heavily with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
10. Serve hot.