====== McDonald's French Fries ======
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The closest you can get to McDonald's french fries at home. For best results make a large batch following steps 1-8 then package and freeze the fries. When you are ready to use them, simply remove from the freezer and fry them (start at step 9).

==== Ingredients ====
  * 1 Idaho russet potato per serving
  * ¼ cup corn syrup (or granulated sugar)
  * 2 Tbsp white vinegar
  * 1½ cups water
  * 2 teaspoons salt, to taste
  * ¼ teaspoon beef bouillon granules (optional)

==== Directions ====
  - Peel potatoes and julienne the peeled potatoes into shoestring french fries. They should be ¼-inch by ¼-inch thick and about 4 inches to 6 inches long.
  - In a large bowl combine corn syrup, vinegar and water, being sure to mix thoroughly until the corn syrup is evenly distributed. 
  - Add the french fries to the sugar water solution. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
    - If final fries come out too brown, use less corn syrup, or soak for a shorter time period.
  - While the french fries are soaking, in a heavy bottomed stock pot or deep fryer, heat oil to 375ºF.
  - Remove french fries from sugar water and **pat dry**. 
  - Carefully add them to the oil and partially fry them for 1 to 1½ minutes. They should just start to turn a light golden brown. 
  - Remove them from the fryer and place on a paper towel-lined plate. 
  - If you are in a hurry, place them in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes. Otherwise this is the time to package and freeze the batch
  - Next heat the oil to 400ºF.
  - Remove the french fries from the freezer and carefully add them back to the oil. 
  - Fry for 5 to 7 minutes or until they are golden brown. Drain the french fries and place in a large bowl.
  - Sprinkle generously with salt and toss the fries until they are coated. Serve immediately.