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Idaho Potato Chips

  • make ahead MAKE-AHEAD
ACTIVE TIME: 50 MIN
TOTAL TIME: 2 HRS 50 MIN
SERVES: 8
ingredients
  • 5 Idaho baking potatoes, peeled
  • Kosher salt
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
directions
  1. Using a mandoline, slice the potatoes 1/16 inch thick. Rinse the slices under cold water and put them in a large bowl with 2 tablespoons of salt. Add cold water to cover and let stand for 1 hour. 
  2. Drain the potatoes and return them to the bowl. Add water to cover and let soak for 1 more hour. Drain and pat dry. 
  3. In a large pot, heat 2 inches of oil to 350° over moderately high heat. Working in small batches, fry the potato chips, stirring a few times, until golden, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the potato chips to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt and serve.
Recipe by Russ Pillar
From Holidays: Passover in Sawtooth
This recipe originally appeared in April, 2004.