Title: 4 Ways to Cut Potatoes Into Fries - wikiHow
Headings: How to Cut Potatoes Into Fries
How to Cut Potatoes Into Fries
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Cutting Classic Fries Download Article
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Using a Mandoline to Cut Shoestring Fries Download Article
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Chopping Potatoes for Home Fries Download Article
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Making Wedges for Steak Fries Download Article
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Content: Then, cut the halves into 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) slices. 2
Stack the slices of potato and cut them into 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) wide strips. Set aside the bottom slice of potato that's round so it's easier to cut the rest of the potato. Then, arrange the slices on top of each other and cut them into long strips. At this point, the cut potatoes will look like classic french fries. 3
Cut the potato strips into 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) cubes. Keep the potato strips together and use your knife to cut them at a 90-degree angle. You can make the cubes around 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) if you want them to cook quickly or make them around 1 inch (2.5 cm) for more substantial home fries. Keep in mind that larger home fries will take longer to cook. 4
Cook the home fries in a skillet until they're crispy on the outside.