Step 1

Put the potatoes whole into a large pot of boiling water.

Step 2

Cook for about 10 minutes until they just start to turn a bit tender.

Step 3

Drain and cool

Step 4

Peel if desired and slice the potato into strips for fries

Step 5

Heat oil to 375 degrees

Step 6

make sure the strips of potato are nice and dry before putting them in the hot oil.

Step 7

cook until just golden brown

Step 8

Remove with a slotted spoon onto a paper towel.

Step 9

Salt to taste