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Would You Rather Eat Thick or Thin Fries?

partysugar — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 01:30:43 -0700

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Name That Dish!

YumSugar — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 16:15:17 -0700

If you enjoy preparing snapper for dinner, you could also prepare it in the dish you see below. What's it called?

Bobby Flay Shares Suggestions For Making Supreme Burgers

YumSugar — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:00:49 -0700

Although he'd just given President Obama a lesson on grilling steaks, Bobby Flay was back on the burger track at his seminar in Aspen, where, like fellow Iron Chef Michael Symon, he had plenty of his own venting to do. "I've never met a vegetarian burger that I like," he declared, as he wowed the crowd with a Cheyenne burger (barbecue sauce, bacon, cheddar, and onion rings), garlic-parsley bistro fries, and a chocolate milkshake. "And I can't stand a cheeseburger that's not fully melted." To right all the world's burger wrongs, Bobby offered plenty of pointers for plating the perfect burger patty. Be burger-equipped for the holiday weekend when you read more

Jack Celebrates Coming Out of Coma With Free Food

partysugar — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 03:30:34 -0700

Lately fast food chain Jack in the Box has been getting a lot of publicity. First there was the ad campaign - that debuted at the Super Bowl - in which its brand's fictitious face, Jack, was hit by a bus. Although Jack lies in a coma, the company asked consumers to show their support by enjoying free curly fries and free tacos. Now, Jack's come out of his coma and naturally to celebrate, the chain is giving away fast food, again. All day tomorrow, Tuesday March 10, you can score a free small fry (natural cut or seasoned curly) and fountain drink of your choice. To obtain the food, you'll need to print this coupon. Although Jack is out of his coma, he has yet to speak publicly about his new logo.

While I'm always a fan of free food, all these Jack in the Box giveaways are getting out of control! Will you take advantage of the deal?

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Support Jack - Score Free Curly Fries Today Only

YumSugar — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 11:15:03 -0800

Jack in the Box wants you to show your support - and in return, you'll get free curly fries.

The fast food chain's latest advertising campaign, which first aired during this year's Super Bowl, depicts its fictitious CEO "Jack Box" character (yes, the one with the ping-pong head) being struck by a bus. Jack in the Box is now asking you to "show your support for Jack and enjoy some fries."

To land an order of free, medium-sized curly fries, simply print this coupon and present it at participating stores today. What do you think of the chain's new commercials - are they silly or smart?

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What Do You Eat With French Fries?

YumSugar — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:45:00 -0800

Trendy Side: Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

partysugar — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 04:18:18 -0800

Sweet potato fries are totally having a moment. They're a more festive alternative to regular russet potatoes and don't necessarily have to be fried. This particular variation is baked in the oven and are seasoned with a soy chili oil before being placed in a pan. They are a lovely companion to roast meats and poultry and they jazz up the classic burger. They would also be wonderful as an appetizer at a holiday cocktail party. Take a look at the recipe now, just read more

Sweet Potato Wedges with Rosemary
From Vegetarian Times magazine

3 1/2 lb. sweet potatoes
3 Tbs. olive oil
1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
1 1/2 tsp. Soy Sauce
Salt to taste
1 heaping Tbs. chopped fresh rosemary

Preheat oven to 450F. Line two shallow roasting pans or rimmed baking sheets with aluminum foil.
Halve potatoes crosswise, then lengthwise, and cut each half into 4 sticks.
Mix oil, chili powder and soy sauce in bowl. Drizzle over potatoes, and toss to coat.
Arrange skin side down in one layer in baking pans. Sprinkle with salt.
Roast 12 minutes. Turn slices, and roast until tender, 8 to 12 minutes more. Add salt, if needed. Toss in rosemary.

Serves 8.

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Fry French Fries With Only One Spoon Of Oil

YumSugar — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 14:42:18 -0700

What if I told you that you could make the perfect French fries with only a spoonful of any oil? You'd probably tell me that I was crazy and that I should stop dreaming. Well, it's time to wake up, because the folks at Tefal have actually come up with a device that allows you to do just that. The ActiFry will allow you to prepare genuine fries with just one spoonful of oil! The patented technology circulates hot air around the fries, while the mixing paddle disperses the oil. The technique results in fries that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Personally I think it sounds too good to be true, but you know I'd give it a try. Well maybe if it wasn't for the $300 price tag...

What do you think? Would you give it a try?

To check out a video of the ActiFry in action, read more

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French Fries Anyone?

YumSugar — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 01:38:31 -0700

We've got a minor french fry problem here at the Sugar HQ. At least once a week someone will announce "french fries in the front." I'm not totally sure how they end up in the office (although there are rumors of ~~house elves~~ interns grudgingly forced to run across the street to the nearest french fry vendor), but I usually end up partaking in a fry or ten. Well, today is National French Fry day, so I hope that they magically appear. If not we'll just have to make our own. To make your own, check out this classic french fry recipe, just read more

This is a classic single-fry method, for a crispier fry, try the twice fried recipe from Balthazar.

Classic French Fries
From Epicurious

3 to 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
2 pounds Idaho or russet baking potatoes, peeled, rinsed, and dried
Sea Salt, to taste

1. Pour enough oil into a deep fryer to reach at least halfway up the sides of the pan but not more than three-quarters. Heat the oil to 325°F.

2. Using a chef’s knife or a mandoline, cut the potatoes into sticks 1/4 inch wide and about 3 inches long. Dry the potatoes thoroughly with clean paper towels. Divide the potatoes into batches of about 1 cup each.

3. Fry the potatoes until lightly colored but not brown, 4 to 5 minutes per batch. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat with remaining potatoes.

4. Heat the oil to 375°F. Fry the potatoes in 1-cup batches until they are golden brown and crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain on fresh paper towels. Repeat with remaining potatoes. Sprinkle with salt and serve immediately.

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What Do You Know About KFC?

YumSugar — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 03:30:11 -0700

As if you needed an excuse to enjoy deep-fried thighs and drumsticks, yesterday was National Fried Chicken Day! To honor America's favorite poultry preparation - which is served at breakfast with waffles, at picnics with coleslaw, or just straight out of a paper bucket - I thought I'd test your familiarity with America's most famed fried chicken outfit, Kentucky Fried Chicken. What do you know about KFC - besides the fact that it's finger-lickin' good? Take our quiz to find out.

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