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Traditional fries are prepared by tossing potatoes in hot oil, usually cooking them twice: first poaching them once in a not-too-hot oil and then finishing them off in hotter oil. Not simple. In this method, the potatoes and oil begin cooking together at room temperature, totally defying all the rules of deep-frying. The potatoes cook in a large pot, eventually reaching high heat, emerging golden and greaseless in less than 30 minutes. One pot, one cooking session, no blanching, no double frying, no electric deep-fat fryer, no thermometer. All you need is a good, large, heavy-duty cast-iron or stainless steel pot.
Cooks' Note
Do not try this with other potatoes, such as sweet potatoes; they will not crisp up but rather turn soggy once cooked.
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