Created by EOdisciple on March 27, 2020
Step 1: Peel the potatoes. Wash them and pat them dry. Cut each potato length-wise in half with a knife. Slice each potato half into strips (about 1 inch thick).
Step 2: Heat the cooking fat in your deep-fryer or dutch oven until you reach 285F with a candy/deep fry thermometer.
Step 3: In batches, cook the fries until they're soft when pierced but not yet browned (about 5 minutes). There should be about 1/2 inch of oil still above the top of the cooking fries.
Step 4: Remove the fries and drain on paper towels. Allow to cool completely. They can also be frozen at this point.
Step 5: Once ready to serve, heat the oil in your fryer or dutch oven to 356F verifying with a candy/deep fry thermometer. Cook fries in batches for a few minutes until they're nicely browned (about 2-4 minutes).
Step 6: Salt to taste and eat right away. Serve with a lot of mayonnaise for dipping.