Bill wrote:

> On Sat, 19 Nov 2005 15:35:23 -0000, Mr Libido Incognito
> > wrote:
>
> >Soaking the shredded taters in cold salted water for anywhere from 1
> hr to
> >overnight then squeezing out the water works a treat.
> >
> >The soaking out of the potato starch is one of the secrets of making
> good
> >french fries.
>
> Eureka!
>
> Wow, now I will try to make some hash browns at home!
> Thanks for the excellent tip...
>
> Bill

As much as i enjoy and appreciate M. Incognitos contributions to this
group, his suggestion of soaking the potatoes seems 'counter -
intuitive' to me. Do try giving your fresh, raw, grated potatoes a
serious squeeze.

I fully intend to try Incognitos suggestion, but.....
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JL