French Fries

How can something so seemingly simple as a good French fry have so many misses in the kitchen? Learn the ins and outs of making French fries with a crisp golden exterior, airy interior, and earthy sweet flavor. Discover the secret of what makes French fries crispy (hint: cornstarch makes them shatter!). We show you how to cut French fries, which oil is best for frying them, and when it’s the right time to season them. Learn what pitfalls to avoid, and how to fix them. We’ll show you what equipment you need, and exactly how hot the oil needs to be to achieve French fry perfection.
- Introduction
- Recipe Overview
- What You’ll Need
- Equipment
- Ingredients
- What Can Go Wrong
- Common Mistakes
- Cook Along in the Test Kitchen
- Introduction
- Photo Steps
- Share Your Dish
- Post to Photo Gallery
- How Did You Do?
- Evaluation
- Printable Recipe
- Classic French Fries