Homemade French Fries

1: Peel the potatoes and julienne cut them using a standing mandolin or a good chef knife.

2: Place all cut potatoes in very cold water and soak while the oil is heating up.

3: Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep pot and place a thermometer inside, aiming for 330°F.

4: Dry one batch of fries very well before frying. Using a spider strainer, slowly add them to the oil, pausing between each addition. Let them fry for 2-3 minutes.

5: Remove the fries and let them rest on a wire rack. Raise the oil temperature to 385-400°F.

6: Once hot, return the fries to the oil in batches for another 2-3 minutes.

7: Remove the fries and drain on a wire rack until golden.

8: Toss the fries in salt and enjoy.