French Fries

Instructions

1. Pat cut potatoes with paper towels until thoroughly dry.

2. Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).

3. Gently add potatoes to the hot oil and fry for about 5 minutes, stirring and flipping the potatoes occasionally.

4. Use a slotted spoon to transfer potatoes to a paper towel-lined plate.

5. Let cool completely.

6. Heat oil again, but this time to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

7. Add potatoes and fry a second time until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes.

8. Remove from the deep-fryer and blot with a paper towel.

9. Sprinkle with salt to serve.