starch

Not all grocers carry potato starch, so if the time comes when you need some, here is a simple way to make it... Sometimes it just feels good to make your own stuff.

It is easy, and it is not rocket science. The trick to this is that water extracts the starch, and the starch is heavier than water.

So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

DIY Essentials: Homemade Potato Starch

- 6 large potatoes, russet potatoes

water,

Amish Potato Pancakes

large Russet potatoes,

onion,

all-purpose flour

parsley

baking powder

salt

black pepper

Worcestershire sauce

nutmeg

vegetable oil

bacon cheese

Combine all potatoes in a blender or food processor along with onion, egg, flour, parsley, baking powder, salt, pepper, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and nutmeg. Blend until smooth.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter into pan at a time to form pancakes. Fry for about 3-5 minutes on each or until golden. Place on paper towel-lined plate to drain. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Serve with crumbled bacon or shredded cheddar cheese if desired.

Perfect crispy, crunchy home made French Fries that are restaurant-quality and crave-worthy!

French Fries

Russet potatoes

Vegetable oil

Salt

Peel potatoes and cut them into 1/4-inch thick...

Peel potatoes and cut them into 1/4-inch thick sticks.

Place cut potatoes in a bowl of cold...

Place cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

Heat oil to 300°F (150°C) in your deep...

Heat oil to 300°F (150°C) in your deep fryer or pot.

Drain and pat dry the potatoes with paper...

Drain and pat dry the potatoes with paper towels.

Fry the potato sticks in batches for 5...

Fry the potato sticks in batches for 5 minutes or until they're soft and pale.

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Heat oil to 375°F (190°C).

Fry the pre-cooked fries in batches for about...

Fry the pre-cooked fries in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.

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