Fast food has served as a comforting presence during life’s challenging moments. I fondly recall my early teenage years when I first indulged in a Quarter Pounder with cheese, igniting a lifelong obsession with fast food.
There was also that seventh-grade heartbreak when my friend, determined to lift my spirits, scrounged up spare change from her backpack, and we skipped art class for a fry feast at McDonald’s. Fast forward to college, where greasy fast food became the ultimate remedy for hangovers. Now, as a mother of three energetic teenagers, the drive-thru has become a weekly adventure—often three times a week—providing a welcome escape from the confines of home.
With over four decades of fast food experience, I consider myself a fry aficionado. The mere thought of crispy, salty fries makes my mouth water. If I could only indulge in one kind of junk food for the rest of my life, it would undoubtedly be fried potatoes, generously seasoned with salt and paired with extra ketchup. A small fry? Never. And sharing a large fry? Absolutely not.
People who order burgers or sandwiches without fries baffle me. How can anyone resist the call of perfectly cooked, golden fries? My favorite fries, without a doubt, are from McDonald’s. Their sturdiness and perfect shape make them ideal for dipping, allowing for a delightful mouthful of fries at once.
The nostalgia attached to McDonald’s fries is undeniable. The moment I catch a whiff of that distinct aroma while passing by a location, my excitement builds. It takes me back to hot summer days spent with my mother and siblings enjoying Happy Meals, savoring the bliss of fried food in an air-conditioned oasis.
Despite the plethora of gourmet fries available today, McDonald’s remains unmatched in my eyes. The fanciest bacon-dusted or duck-fat-fried options simply cannot compete with the classic red box of fries. However, I do appreciate Five Guys, especially when I ask for my fries to be cooked twice. Their hand-cut fries are perfectly salted, and my kids enjoy searching for the crispy bits among the larger pieces. And let me tell you—a leftover batch reheated in a pan with some butter makes for a magnificent breakfast side.
Wendy’s hand-cut fries are also a worthy contender, boasting a great price point and the potential for adventurous dipping in a Frosty. Additionally, KFC has recently entered the fry game with a surprisingly delightful offering. Crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these fries are worth trying, even if you’re a die-hard mashed potato fan.
Fry enthusiasts are passionate about their favorites. They know what they want, and if you serve a PMSing fry lover subpar fries, brace yourself for the consequences.
In a recent poll conducted by Home Insemination Kit, readers shared their fry preferences. One respondent emphasized the importance of the salt-to-grease-to-potato ratio, declaring McDonald’s the best. Another chimed in with their top three: McDonald’s, Five Guys, and In-N-Out. While I’ve yet to experience In-N-Out, I plan to seek it out post-pandemic based on this recommendation.
Chick-Fil-A’s waffle fries also garnered attention, praised for their pillowy texture and crispness, especially when paired with Chick-Fil-A sauce. The enthusiasm for fries is contagious; over ninety responses confirmed that McDonald’s reigns supreme, with Five Guys as a close second and Chick-Fil-A taking third.
What’s your favorite spot for hot, greasy fries? While you might not share my (undeniably accurate) belief that McDonald’s fries are the greatest, I welcome differing opinions. Regardless of your preference, one thing is clear: french fries elevate any meal.
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In conclusion, whether you prefer them from a fast-food joint or a gourmet establishment, there’s no denying the universal appeal of french fries.