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McArthur's law and roast potatoes

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judiu

judiu

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I did Maggie, I did.  Flour.  3 T of it.  Still the taste was right and the crust worked, so I'll attempt this again.

I was watching America's Test Kitchen today, and they pre-cooked the apples a bit to get some of the juice out and keep the bottom crust crusty...

Yes, I always pre-cook my apple pie filling and reduce the juice that cooks out, and I also use cornstarch (more thickening power).

The problem with cornstarch is that if it's heated too long after reaching max thickening power, it'll break down again. I've f'ed up many a stir fry that way! :laugh:

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Lady T

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Not-Bad Roast Potatoes for two:

Into a gallon-size Ziploc bag, pour three tablespoons EVOO, plus salt/pepper/chopped fresh oregano and parsley to taste.

Wash, trim, and cut three russet potatoes (one for each person, and "one for the pot") into lengthwise wedges. Puncture discreetly with dinner fork to avoid in-oven starch explosions.

Marinate potato wedges in oil/herbs in bag, massaging briefly to ensure even absorption, 15 minutes at least; can be longer if dinner parameters require.

Bake wedges in one layer in baking dish, 30 to 40 minutes, in oven at 375 F.

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