More than a few decades ago, when I was in high school, I worked at a McDonalds. That was back in the days that they made fries in the store instead of them being processed in a factory, frozen and delivered to the store. We had Russet Potatoes in a 50 lb bag. A machine with sand paper like lining all over the inside that would spin around and peel the potatoes. Next step was to slice them with a slicer very similar to the one Kent used except it was mounted on the wall vertical. A fry basket under the slicer would catch the fries and the basket would be placed on a rack that held a bunch of fry baskets. Next was for each basket of fries to be blanched, very similar to Kent's first round of frying. The baskets would be placed back on the rack and moved to a convenient location to be easily grabbed and dropped into the vat for frying, then dumped into a bin, salted and served in a paper container. The oil that went into the vat said vegetable oil, packaged in a 3 gallon tin with a spout in one corner. The salt that was in the salt shaker came in a large bag and said French Fry Salt. Kent, you got pretty close to the exact same thing, just a little more love put into it that probably just makes em better than any McDonald's could ever do.

@victorpapillon1487

Жыл бұрын

Even further back they used to fry potatoes in Tallow

@dougprentice1363

9 ай бұрын

McDonald's fries used to be so good. Now they are soggy and Luke warm. Kent's fries sound to hard crunchy instead of crisp. Maybe it's just the mic.

@Handsoffthekids

8 ай бұрын

Yeah as someone who worked at KFC back in the day, we made everything that day fresh except the little desserts. Industrial sized equipment effectively used and maintained by high schoolers. I was 15 at the time.

@angelonicassio7131

6 ай бұрын

I really appreciate this story you told! History, really. Thanks:)

@angelonicassio7131

6 ай бұрын

I couldn’t care less about the McDonald’s actual recipe; if Cowboy Kent recommends this recipe here; I can’t WAIT to make it tonight:)))

No one will ever beat the old fashioned McDonald's fries when deep fried in beef lard. No one. Even Kent. They were out of this world mouth watering.

There is nothing like a good french fry. You, Shan, and the pups have a very Happy New Year. Stay safe and stay well. Have a blessed week.

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Penny and Happy New Year to you

@mikearceneaux2041

2 жыл бұрын

I found a md fry under the seat of my 69 mustang, I ate it and broke a tooth.

@mumme2004

Жыл бұрын

@@mikearceneaux2041 wtf

@9-volt_fan142

Жыл бұрын

@@CowboyKentRollins Did you know that Penny is a WarioWare character?

I love no matter what this man makes, but I know there is no way this could taste bad in any way!

@poorfatman5317

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah I have eaten his food is delicious 😋

@juandemarko8348

2 жыл бұрын

I have made probably 20 of his recipes so far and they are all delicious and easy to follow.

@mwellmwell

2 жыл бұрын

and*!

@Anudorini-Talah

2 жыл бұрын

300 degree is cancer : (

@Eidolonxperience

Жыл бұрын

I cringe when I see him use mountain dew though. Everything he makes seems somewhat healthy, then he pours modern poison dew in it. But I bet everything does taste really good.

Such a wholesome content creator. Love you Kent!

We really do need Cowboy Kent Rollins restaurants. Some of your fries with a couple Cowboy Corndogs would be a great lunch. Or your Philly cheese steaks. Or really anything you've been making. We appreciate you here in Texas!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much that does sound like some good eating

@windblownmccoy2908

2 жыл бұрын

Great eatin and a great idea. 🍻 Now we just need to clone us some Kents lol.

@tngardener231

2 жыл бұрын

Philly cheese and corn dogs.. I’m there

@tam1729

2 жыл бұрын

@@CowboyKentRollins great idea. 💰

Thank you for always saluting our veterans. My father and my uncle both landed at Omaha Beach on D-Day, and both made it home.

Another great recipe from the master. People ask me all the time where I got the recipe from. I tell them from the master Chuck wagon chef. I've always loved cooking with cast iron and now I'm a great cook thanks to you! Thank you Sir!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard for sharing and and Happy New Year to you

Double trying at low then high temps is a cook's best trick for crispy fried foods.😊 Can't wait to try this brining trick!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy

@gedhuffadine5796

2 жыл бұрын

Teresa with chunky chips par boil. Let cool then do the double fry. Best in beef fat

@xq8152

2 жыл бұрын

After the first fry we freeze them in portions. Then when kids want them it's a 10 minute process to cook them.

If it’s anything like your Big Mac sauce, it will be spot on. We still use that recipe. Ty good sir. 🍻

@rong9758

2 жыл бұрын

Receipt?

@adamschroering741

2 жыл бұрын

@@rong9758 dang American education. 😂 ty as well good sir!

Love the way you always pay respect to the services who allow us to be free……..

In the mid-1960's, I was in the Cub Scouts and we got a tour of the new McDonalds in town. We started in the back room where there were huge piles of potatoes. They don't make them by hand anymore. Your version looks way better than the current McDonalds fries.

@windblownmccoy2908

2 жыл бұрын

I'd be curious about all that's changed, and to hear how awesome McDonalds used to be. Would make a good video or investigative report. Happy New Years 🍾🥂

@parkwood6334

2 жыл бұрын

@@windblownmccoy2908 I remember the 'old' Macdonald's fries and they were awesome. I wish they still used beef tallow for frying.

Kent, we are very similar, we experiment on foods for best flavour and nutrition. My way of making french fries is simple. I buy quality pre made frozen fries and cooked them once in beef tallow or grease for approximately 4 minutes. Take them out of the grease into a large bowl and season with salt right away. I swear to you that the easy and best French fries EVER. I tried different oil, different seasoning, triple or double cooked fries. For me, this was the knock out fries, and the easiest fries EVER. I promise. Great videos, big fan and keep up the good work.

Hi Cowboy Kent, first time buyer and user of a Lodge 12inch skillet. I sanded per your instructions and then some. First coat avocado oil followed by three flax seed oil. First use, I made your french fry recipe last night came out great (you mentioned deep fry potatoes). Bacon and eggs this morning, bacon delicious, eggs stuck just a little bit (you warned me) took some seasoning off back in the oven, seasoned. I check other videos too, but no one compares to your advice I always come back to your videos for instructions. You are the best thank you so very much. Love your recipes too as well as your sense of humor.

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick and your on the right track

Trust the "cowboy" to solve a cooking conundrum Happy new year Kent to you all.

Haven't done a pull up in years. Didn't know all i needed was a good french fry! God Bless you guys.

I always have beef tallow on hand. I save all of my hamburger and roast drippings. I gave up pork. So, I use it in place of lard for frying. Just got to keep it sealed in the refrigerator. This recipe looks great. I'm definitely using it the next time I make fries.

@juandemarko8348

2 жыл бұрын

That is a great idea thanks for sharing!

@phraktl

2 жыл бұрын

@@juandemarko8348 You're welcome, sir!

@kimg04

2 жыл бұрын

My hubby and I raise beef cattle. Our freezer always has beef. I keep my drippings as well. Food taste so amazing. I love gravy with a lot of food. My gravy is amazing

@rld1278

Жыл бұрын

I just bought another grease pot from dollar general to store my hamburger grease for fries! I already had one for bacon grease.

@lancegardner8560

Жыл бұрын

It's good for preserving as well. Cooked and jarred hamburger patties covered in tallow stays good practically forever.

I love me some French fries,and those sure look good, I could eat the whole batch myself. Bless you Shannon and the pups

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Garry and Happy New Year to you

Salad spinner to dry the fries is my go-to.

A chance to eat Kent’s cooking is the only thing that would make me visit Oklahoma

I'm so glad i found this channel, I have watched nearly every episode at this point, keep up the amazing work Kent!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

I was wanting to make French fries yesterday. Now I know how. I got your cookbook for Christmas.

I did Culinary arts in 2010. And my culinary teacher actually knew how McDonalds made their fries and it’s basically exactly when you just did

Kent, I enjoy your sense of humor as much as your recipes! Happy New Year to you, Shannon, the Beag and the rest of the pups.

We love French fries 🍟! I cooked fries using Kent’s recipe and techniques in his other video! We’ll be trying this one cause we love us some French fried potatoes! Thank you Kent and Happy New Year 🎆🥳

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David and Happy New Year to you

Such a wholesome channel, very glad I came across it. Never beem a huge cook myself, but this Man makes me laugh n smile. His happiness and demeanor is contagious, even through phone. Thank you Sir, amazing content!

Thanks for the recipe, Kent! Can't wait to try your recipe out! Happy and Blessed New Year to you, Shannon, the pups, and your lived ones! 🙏🏼🇺🇲

My family and I love watchin your show and we know you have a great armadillo recipe you would love to show us! Thank you guys for the wonderful recipes and the time you spend sharing your love and commitment to food with us and the internet... we love and appreciate you!

Mmmm…food. This is the first time I’ve seen someone make fries so good

@philo2189

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah the fries I make are so trash them shits come out stuck together looking like hash browns

@almorgan68

2 жыл бұрын

Did you know that French fries aren't French they originated from the UK

@bluu9300

2 жыл бұрын

@@almorgan68 this would technically be wrong because the origin is actually disputed between 3 countries. France (I know, this one is a little less popular), belgium, and, depending on who you talk to, The UK

Hey, Kent! I hain’t never seen fries done like that. We’ll sure give’er a whirl’. Thank you, and Happy New Year!

This is another recipe I’ll make for my grandkids. My grandkids love me, but making these fries will put me over the top! Have a blessed week. Thank you for these videos!

Howdy Cowboy, Sir! Love seeing these episodes. Hope you had a great Christmas, wishing you a great New Year too. Keep cooking, and God Bless. ❤🇺🇲

Love your videos Kent, and the dedication and effort gone into these fries is to be commended! Hats off to ya! Take care and happy new year all the way from Ormskirk, Lancashire, UK

I learn so much about cooking from Kent and really love how entertaining these videos are.

The crunch on those made me drool. Happy New Year to you, Shan, and the pups.

Heya Kent, Shannon and the pups have a very Happy New Year and once again thanks for the great content I look forward to seeing some more great content in 2022. Cheers from Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shaun and we wish you a Happy New Year

Dang Kent, you are a cooking machine. Always a pleasure watching you put something together. Thank you sir!

I love watching your videos, They are very entertaining and I can use the recipes for dinners afterwards.

Another awesome year thank you. Can’t wait for next year keep those videos coming. Happy new year to both of you.

Back in 1966-67, I worked at McDonald's and one of my jobs was making the French fries. I remember carrying one hundred lb sacks of potatoes up from the basement then peeling them in peeling machine. Taking the peeled Potatoes and slicing them into fries. Then washing them in cold water three times (all the while watch by the public). Then the potatoes were placed in baskets and blanched for a few minutes (I don't remember actually the minutes). They were Then ready to be finished frying and salted and served. That's my memory after 54 years.

@IMOO1896

2 жыл бұрын

I’ll be those teenagers who work there now, are looking glassieyed at your comment. All they do is open a freezer bag.

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dennis for sharing

@9ijnht5rdx

2 жыл бұрын

worked at Gino's and ours were in basement also, hard work when only one doing it all at times.

@jimedson3853

2 жыл бұрын

I too worked at McDonald's in the late 60s. Only thing I would add is that the fries had to completely cool down to room temperature before the finish frying. They could be left on the rack overnight if needed because they had a coat of grease on them. Peeler took off about 80-90 percent of the peel.

I LOVE the dance in every episode! Thanks for the great content Kent and Shan!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

Let me just say that French fries are truly amazing! Incredible job!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I just made these, cooked a serving, also first time cooked a bag full for the freezer. these are delicious!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@CowboyKentRollins

6 күн бұрын

Glad you like them!

Another absolutely great detailed video Mr. Kent. Thank you so much.

Mr. Cowboy Kent, thanks for the recipies and the laughs! Love your channel! 😁👍

As an Irishman I approve the treatment of those spuds. Looks cracking sir! Fair play! You've just won a new subscriber!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

We thank you Larry for watching and joining us

I could (and I often do) watch Kent all day. Hat tip at the end still gets me every time. Thanks y’all

Have a Happy New Year!! Thanks for the videos!

Best wishes for the New Year from the UK. Gonna give these a try. I use your Cowboy Coffee method on my burger van and get loads of compliments about the quality of my coffee.

Mr. Kent, you are a trip. I love your dances. Happy New Year to you and the Mrs. and the pups.

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much and Happy New Year to you

Happy New Year to you, Shan and the pups. Thank you so much for all the great recipes and awesome instruction. Take care, stay safe, and may God richly bless you and your family.

I gotta tell you, I've been waiting for this one. You did not disappoint. Great job!

I make them too from scratch its a time consuming task but well worth the time when seasoning to our own taste. Thanks for all your great recipes and step by step video's Ken, they are very helpful in expanding my meal menu.

@xq8152

2 жыл бұрын

After the first fry, vaccum seal freeze them in batches for later. Our house always has frozen fries ready to cook in 5 minutes!

I can HEAR how good those fries are! Btw, your french fry slicer looks similar to what they use at In-N-Out Burger (they bring their fries in as whole potatoes), except theirs is set up vertically.

These fries look super delicious Kent!. Happy New Year to you, Shan and the dogs and all the best for 2022.

Been waiting for this from you! I can’t wait to make this! Love cooking since I could ever remember. Happy New Year to you!!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy and Happy New Year to you

Them tater fries look darn good!! I stumbled on your channel a couple of months ago and have watched almost every episode and I've made probably about half a dozen of your recipes and they've all been excellent. Happy New Year from up here in Wisconsin!

When I worked there, we cooked them in beef tallo. Came in frozen, having been fresh peeled, cut and blanched in oil and then flash frozen (all in less than 10 minutes). Shipped, stored and cooked while frozen. 355 at 7.5 minutes.

Kent I really enjoyed the video this week. You made my day with your pull ups !!! You always put on a smile on my face thank you and may God bless you and Shan I loved that big Mac that you made 😃

Your jalapeno cheddar biscuits I made were a hit at Christmas dinner! I can't wait to try this fry recipe. Happy New Year, Kent, Shannon, and the pups!

Hey Kent, I want to give you some VERY VERY good advice. A friend of mine one day, did exactly as you did on the rafter of a porch. He did a chin up or two, and when he went to let go, his wedding ring caught, and damn near took his finger off. It cut all the way around it, and dang near skinned his finger to the bone. I would hate for that to happen to you.

@scootermom1791

2 жыл бұрын

I actually know someone who lost half of his finger in a similar manner.

KZread's best cowboy!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

Great tips on the fries,the brine and double fry is definitely the best way thanks Kent Rollins,u and Shannon have a happy new years.

Thanks for all you do, I’m ready to try and give this a whirl.

Ty you sirr for the great videos .. I like how you can get them pull ups my Mann. Get it get it get er done

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

I try and do some every time leaving or going to the barn

@Brave-Hearts-83

2 жыл бұрын

I just think you are a awesome human being period.

Great video! I'll definitely be trying this recipe. You want the best McDonald's french fries?? Buy a few extra. Take them home and refry them. I used to do it all the time when I first got my fryer. Super good.

@scootermom1791

2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea! I destest fast food french fries that get cold, and I have to microwave them. They always end up soggy for lack of a better word.

Thank you for the recipe. Happy new year

Made me hungry! Great video and tips. I wish you both a very happy New Years!.

They look amazing! My wife and I miss the old McDonald's fries, she used to work there as a teenager in the 80's and knew about the beef tallow. Because of them catering to a small vegan minority we lost the best fries ever made, my wife won't even eat them now.

These fries look sooooo good! You can find beef tallow pretty easily now days, in fact I have a can of it in my freezer.

The world needs more people like you!!!

Happy new Years, Kent! Thanks for all of your delicious videos!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Thomas and Happy New Year to you

I got the hash knife, cook book and dip mix for christmas. I've used the knife daily since. I was very excited to find out. I guess my wife has been paying attention to me watching your content haha. Do you sign every book? 😃 Greetings from Northern Canada.

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

I sign all those that come from us

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy the goodies

@jimbo121

2 жыл бұрын

@@CowboyKentRollins That is amazing! I was very happy to see that. I wish you and your family all the best and a happy new year!

Excellent recipe. Thank you Kent! One of the best I’ve tried! Happy New Year!

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed and Happy New Year to you

Thank you Kent. Happy New Year to you and Shannon, God Bless you.

I love what you do Kent, I enjoy your pups and your wife. I can't always afford to cook what you cook but I'm learning allot of tips and I've got all my cast iron in great shape. God bless you and the ones you love and much peace and prosperity to you.

Great show, love you Kent!

OMG! Now I'm craving some fries! Happy New Year to you, Shannon & the fur babies. 👍🧨🎆🎇

Good to see you cowboy. Thanks for sharing your work. We appreciate it.

Best fry’s ever !! I did mine in air fryer your recipe is the best! Happy new year thank you for your videos!!

Thank you, Kent! Love me some fries. When I go out for a burger, the burger is the side dish. The fries are the main course. Can't wait to try this recipe. Cheers!

A happy new year to you and your loved ones Cowboy Kent Rollins (: Also, as a veteran myself, thank you so much for your shout outs to the service men and women around the world. It means a lot!

Thanks for sharing and Happy New Year.

Outstanding Kent and Shannon! We’ll have to try this one too! A great American food and video by two GREAT AMERICANS! Keep up the good work and God bless. Happy New Year to you both!

Thanks for all your hard work on all these recipes and videos God bless you all and the pup's

Yes. I will make those. Thanks for the video.

Awesome show thank you for sharing this with us. Happy New Year’s to you and yours too.

Love your show. Happy new year 2022

I just loved this. I am leaving here to try this right now. Thanks.

Those frys look so good. Thank you for sharing

Looks so good! Happy New Year to the Rollins and the pups.

I had heard tales of McDonald's legendary beef tallow fries from my parents, but never had anything like them. Now I can finally try them myself! Thank you!

Fantastic recipe. Everything i try always turns out great

All I can say is you kick ass. Love all your videos and hard work. Thanks 👍👍. Can't get enough of your videos.

Love all your videos Kent. You make me laugh and the world needs that, god bless.

Gotta love me some fries 🍟 thankyou for all your streams this year in these dark days Happy new year to you all

Love ur videos and all ur hard work. Love ur seasoning and bbq sauce. I will reorder. May god bless y'all. Happy new year to y'all and the pups ❤

Oh yum! Thank you Kent! These fries look sooo good! GOD bless you & You & Ms Kent.

@CowboyKentRollins

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much and God bless you

You deserve so much more subscribers than you have the energy you give off in your videos alone really does make an impact ontop of the recipes and food that is amazing as well.

Those look delicious! Nice pull ups! God bless you and your family! Thanks for you videos!