Ed Pawlowski wrote:
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> > wrote in message
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> > I'm making a LOT of fired chicken and french fries tonight. I do the
> > 2-fry method for the fries (once at 325 F, then again at 375F).
> >
> > Can I do the first fry way in advance, say an hour or two? Any
> > problem with that?
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> No, it is done frequently. I'd set them on a tray rather than a bowl where
> they can get very soggy. . IMO, the two fry is the best method.

Wouldn't a rack be better than a tray? More air circulation.