Cooking 101 - Straight Cut Fries

From Frozen to Fantastic: How to Cook Tallow & Fries Straight-Cut Fries

There’s nothing quite like grabbing a bag of Tallow & Fries straight-cut fries from the freezer and turning them into a hot, crispy, golden masterpiece. With only three natural ingredients—russet potatoes, beef tallow, and sea salt—these fries are already bursting with flavor, free of gluten and seed oils. The real adventure? Cooking them your way. Whether you’re Team Oven, an air-fryer enthusiast, or a convection-oven speed demon, we’ve got the tips to make them delicious every time. Let’s get cooking!

Oven-Baked Bliss: Classic Crispy Fries

If you’re all about that traditional vibe—think Sunday dinners or cozy nights in—the oven method is your go-to. It’s simple, hands-off, and delivers fries with a satisfying crunch that’ll have everyone reaching for more.

How to Do It:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C)—the sweet spot for that beef tallow crisp-up.
2. Spread your frozen Tallow & Fries straight-cuts in a single layer on a baking sheet. No crowding—let ‘em shine!
3. Bake for 20-25 minutes, giving the tray a shake or flip the fries with a spatula halfway through (around 10-12 minutes) for even crispiness.
4. Keep an eye on them near the end—around the 20-minute mark—since ovens can vary. If they’re browning too fast, pull them early to avoid burning. Want them extra crispy? Add a couple minutes, checking as you go.
5. When they hit that perfect golden hue, plate them up—maybe with a dash of extra sea salt—and enjoy.

Why It Works: The oven’s steady heat lets the beef tallow do its thing, giving you fries that are fluffy inside and crunchy outside. That halfway shake keeps every fry in the game. Watch those last few minutes to nail your ideal crispiness—whether you like ‘em lightly golden or deeply bronzed.

Air-Fried Perfection: Fast and Tailored Flavor

Air fryer fans, this one’s for you—quick, crispy, and adaptable to your machine’s quirks. Every air fryer’s a little different, so we’re giving you a temperature range to play with. (Spoiler: We love using our "Our Place" oven on the air fryer setting—it’s a game-changer!)

How to Do It:

1. Preheat your air fryer—or your "Our Place" oven on air fryer mode—to somewhere between 380°F and 425°F (190°C-220°C). Smaller or less powerful models might do better at 380°F, while beefier ones (like the "Our Place" at 425°F) can handle the higher end—experiment to find your sweet spot!
2. Load a single layer of frozen Tallow & Fries straight-cuts into the basket. Space is key—don’t stack ‘em up.
3. Cook for 15-18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through (around 8-10 minutes) to keep things even.
4. Peek at them as you near the end—around 15 minutes—since air fryers can brown fast. Check for that deep golden hue, then plate them up.
5. Craving more crunch? Extend slowly, adding 1-2 minutes at a time, checking often.

Why It Works: The air fryer’s hot, swirling air gives you that deep-fried vibe without the hassle, amplifying the beef tallow’s rich taste—especially with the "Our Place" oven’s air fryer setting, which we’re obsessed with for its even heat and sleek style. Temperature depends on your appliance—lower for gentler models, higher for powerhouses—so tweak it to suit. Watching near the end ensures you get the right golden hue and lets you dial in your crispiness level. Dip these in your favourite aioli and watch them vanish!

Convection Oven Shortcut: Speed Meets Crunch

If you’ve got a convection oven, you’re in the fast lane to fry heaven. The built-in fan speeds up cooking time and boosts crispiness, making this a clutch move for impatient foodies or big batches—just adjust the heat to your liking and keep an eye out.

How to Do It:

1. Set your convection oven to 400°F to 425°F (200°C-220°C). 400°F works for a gentler crisp, while 425°F pushes the edge—your call!
2. Arrange your frozen straight-cuts in a single layer on a baking sheet—no overlapping (if you use a grate or mesh basket like shown here, refer to the air fryer instructions)
3. Cook for 18-22 minutes, flipping or shaking halfway through (around 9-11 minutes) for uniform crunch.
4. Check them closely as you hit 18 minutes—convection can brown quickly. Pull them if they’re perfect, or extend slowly (1-2 minutes at a time) if you want more snap, watching to avoid browning.
5. When they’re golden and irresistible, they’re ready to hit the plate.

Why It Works: The fan-powered heat shaves minutes off the process and enhances that beef tallow crispiness. The temperature range lets you adapt to your oven’s power, and checking near the end ensures you stop short of too-dark territory—or push it further for extra crunch. These are crowd-pleasers, no question.

Pro Tips for Fry Nirvana

• Stay Frozen: Cook straight from the freezer—thawing softens them up, and we’re chasing crisp, not soggy.
• Season It Up: The built-in sea salt is ace, but post-cook sprinkles of smoked paprika or a rosemary pinch add flair.
• Time It Right: Appliances vary, and so does taste—monitor those final minutes to land your perfect fry, whether lightly golden or extra toasty. Extend slowly if needed.
• Serve Hot: Fresh off the heat is where these shine—don’t wait too long or that snap fades.

Why Tallow & Fries?

It’s all about what’s inside: russet potatoes, beef tallow, sea salt—three ingredients, no fillers, no seed oils. These fries taste really, really good however you cook them, and with these methods, you’re the chef calling the shots. Oven, air fryer, convection—pick your weapon, tweak the temp and time, and turn that frozen bag into a crispy, delicious win.

Which way’s your fave? Drop us a line—we’re fry fanatics too!