Crispy French Fries

By connieo

Ingredients

• 1 . 6 large baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 4 X 1/2-inch-thick slices
• 2 . 2 cups yellow cornmeal
• 3 . 2 Tsp salt
• 4 . 1 Tsp ground black pepper
• 5 . Peanut oil for frying

Details

Servings 6
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 25mins
Adapted from FoodNetwork.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place potato slices in a large bowl. Add cold water to cover; let stand for 10 minutes.

2. In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, and pepper.

3. Drain potatoes; pat dry with paper towels. Dredge potatoes, in batches, in cornmeal mixture.

4. In a large Dutch oven, pour oil to a depth of 3 inches; heat oil to 375*.

5. Fry potatoes, in batches, in hot oil for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown.

6. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with dipping sauces.

CREAMY BARBECUE SAUCE

1. 1/2 cup mayonnaise
2. 2 Tbsp prepared mustard
3. 2 Tbsp honey

1. In a small bowl, combine mayo, mustard, & honey, stirring until combined. Cover & chill.