G: To bake potatoes on a grill at 375°F:

Prep the Potatoes: Wash and dry the potatoes. Pierce each one a few times with a fork to let steam escape.
Oil & Season: Rub them with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper (or other seasonings you like).
Wrap in Foil (Optional): If you prefer a softer skin, wrap each potato in foil. For a crisper skin, skip the foil.
Grill: Place potatoes directly on the grill and cook for about 45-60 minutes, turning every 15 minutes. They’re done when easily pierced with a fork.

Enjoy with toppings of your choice!

M: I know there are steps you’re supposed to take to prepare potatoes to be fried. I can’t remember what they are. Will you please remind me?

G: To prepare potatoes for frying:

Peel and Cut: Peel (if desired) and cut potatoes into your preferred size—slices, wedges, or sticks.
Rinse: Rinse the cut potatoes in cold water to remove excess starch, which helps them crisp up.
Soak: Soak the potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes to an hour to further reduce starch.
Dry Thoroughly: Drain and pat the potatoes completely dry with a kitchen towel. Moisture causes splattering and can make them soggy.

Once prepped, they're ready to fry up to a perfect golden brown!

M: What do I need to do to fry them in an air fryer? Assume their average size, like McDonald’s or Burger King

G: For frying potato sticks of average fast-food fry size in an air fryer:

Prep and Cut: Peel (optional) and cut potatoes into thin sticks.
Rinse and Soak: Rinse in cold water to remove excess starch, then soak for 15–30 minutes. This helps them crisp.
Dry Thoroughly: Drain and pat the potatoes completely dry.
Coat with Oil: Toss the fries with 1–2 teaspoons of oil to help them brown.
Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F. Place fries in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and cook for 15–20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.

Add salt or seasoning right after cooking, then enjoy!