French Fried Potatoes

These are the best French Fries – the sugar solution has something to do with the carbohydrates, but by doing it they don’t soak up so much grease, so they get crunchy.

INGREDIENTS :

• ⅓ cup white sugar
• 2 cups warm water
• 2 large russet potatoes – peeled, and sliced into 1/4 inch strips
• 6 cups vegetable oil for frying
• ½ teaspoon salt to taste

DIRECTIONS :

• Step 1

  In a medium bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water. Soak potatoes in water mixture for 15 minutes. Remove from water, and dry thoroughly on paper towels.
• Step 2

  Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Add potatoes, and cook until golden, 5 to 6 minutes. drain on paper towels. Season with salt to taste.