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Easier French Fries Cold Oil Method Cook's Illustrated

These delicious, slender fries have a crisp exterior and a creamy interior, contain 1/3 less oil than traditional methods, and could not be easier to make. recipe is from cook's illustrated (july, 2009) and the method is attributed to michelin-starred french chef jöel robuchon. It skips the usual rinsing and soaking and you only need to fry once. you must use yukon golds (russets are too starchy).

Steps

Combine potatoes and oil in large dutch oven.
Cook over high heat until oil has reached a rolling boil , about 5 minutes.
Continue to cook , without stirring , until potatoes are limp but exteriors are beginning to firm , about 12-15 minutes.
Using tongs , stir potatoes , gently scraping up any that stick , and continue to cook , stirring occasionally , until golden and crisp , 5-10 minutes longer.
Using skimmer or slotted spoon , transfer fries to thick paper bag or paper towels.
Season with salt and serve immediately.

Ingredients

yukon gold potatoes, peanut oil, kosher salt