French Fried Potatoes

Serves:

Ingredients:

4 md Potatoes
(about 1-1/2 pounds)
Vegetable oil
Salt

Method:

Prepare potatoes as directed.
Cut lengthwise into strips, 1/4- to 3/8-inch wide.
Fill deep fryer or deep saucepan one-half full with vegetable oil.
Heat oil to 375 degrees.
Fill basket one-fourth full with potatoes.
Slowly lower into hot oil.
(If oil bubbles excessively, raise and lower basket several times.
) Use long-handled fork to keep potatoes separated.
Fry 5 to 7 minutes or until potatoes are golden.
Drain on paper towels.
Repeat with remaining potatoes.
Sprinkle with salt.
4 SERVINGS; 240 CALORIES PER SERVING.