French Fries

# Perfect French Fries Recipe 🍟✨ ## Ingredients: - 4 large Russet potatoes 🥔 - 4 cups of cold water 💧 - 1-2 cups of vegetable oil for frying 🛢️ - Sea salt to taste 🧂 - Optional: pepper, garlic powder, or paprika 🌶️ ## Steps: 1. **Peel and Slice the Potatoes** 🥔🔪: Wash and peel the potatoes. Slice them into long, thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick. For a crisper texture, ensure even cuts. 2. **Soak the Potatoes** 💧: Place the potato strips in a large bowl of cold water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours. This removes excess starch and helps them become extra crispy. 3. **Dry the Potatoes** 🧻: Drain the soaked potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels. Moisture will cause splattering during frying, so make sure they’re completely dry! 4. **First Fry (Blanching)** 🍳🔥: