Want to make an impression with that certain someone? How about delicious French fries shaped like Valentine hearts? What a tasty way to say “Be Mine.”
Why try? Everyone LOVES french fries, so why not fries shaped like LOVE?
Foodie Byte: Got a heart shaped cookie cutter, and a Fry Daddy? Then you’re in business!
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Ingredients
- 4 large baking potatoes
- Kosher salt
- Oil for frying
Preparation
- Using a soft-bristled brush clean the potatoes before slicing them.
- Slice large unpeeled potatoes 1/8-inch thick, and with a 3-inch heart cookie cutter, cut into the potato making a heart shape.
- As you go, place the cut potatoes in a bowl of ice water to release some of the starch. For best results soak up to 8 hours or overnight in refrigerator.
- In a 5-quart pot or Dutch oven fitted with a candy or deep-frying thermometer, (or in an electric deep fryer), heat oil over medium-low heat until the thermometer registers 325°F.
- Drain water from cut fries and wrap potato pieces in a clean towel and thoroughly pat dry.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add fries, a few at a time, to the hot oil. Fry potatoes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft, limp and begin to turn a blond color, about 6 to 8 minutes. Using a skimmer or a slotted spoon, carefully remove from oil and set aside to drain on paper towels. Let rest for at least 10 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- When ready to serve, reheat the oil to 350°F. Transfer the blanched potatoes to the hot oil and fry again, stirring frequently, until golden brown and puffed, about 1 minute. Transfer to paper lined platter and sprinkle with salt, to taste.
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