McDonald's testing seasoned fries

Even the iconic McDonald's french fry, a linchpin to the fast-food giant's multibillion-dollar success, is getting a second look as the company seeks new product hits.

The product known as Shakin' Flavor Fries will begin testing today in the northern California and St. Louis markets, according to USA Today.

The product calls for customers to open, pour and shake seasonings onto the fries; they don't come pre-seasoned.

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