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==== The French way ==== | ==== The French way ==== | ||
- | The belief that French fries originated in France comes from American President Thomas Jefferson, who served fried potato bars in the White House, saying that it was the French way. That's why French fries are called so in the English language [([[https:// | + | The belief that French fries originated in France comes from American President Thomas Jefferson, who served fried potato bars in the White House, saying that it was the French way. That's why French fries are called so in the English language. [([[https:// |
==== Saratoga Fries ==== | ==== Saratoga Fries ==== | ||
- | French fries, or, judging from the way the dish was prepared, potato chips, were invented in the town of Saratoga Springs in 1853. According to an anecdote, they were invented by an American of Indian origin | + | French fries, or, judging from the way the dish was prepared, potato chips, were invented in the town of Saratoga Springs in 1853. According to an anecdote, they were invented by an American of Indian origin: George Crum, who was a chef at one of the local clubs. The dish he prepared, which consisted of sliced and fried potatoes, came back twice from a customer claiming that the potatoes were too thick. The enraged chef sliced the potatoes so thin that when fried they became crispy and tender. The dish delighted the capricious customer and other guests of the restaurant, making it famous. From then on it was called Saratoga fries. [([[https:// |
==== Around the world ==== | ==== Around the world ==== | ||
- | The British love French fries so much that they consider this dish, served together with fried fish, to be their national heritage. It is, of course, the famous fish and chips. In Belgium, fries are added to almost every dish, including stews. According to tradition, they should be fried in beef fat because vegetable oil completely changes their taste. Many countries prepare this dish in their fashion | + | The British love French fries so much that they consider this dish, served together with fried fish, to be their national heritage. It is, of course, the famous fish and chips. In Belgium, fries are added to almost every dish, including stews. According to tradition, they should be fried in beef fat because vegetable oil completely changes their taste. Many countries prepare this dish in their own fashion |
==== Unfortunate ingredient ==== | ==== Unfortunate ingredient ==== | ||
- | Ranch dressing, or farmer' | + | Ranch dressing, or farmer' |
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