German Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 3/4 lbs russet potatoes
vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Preparation

Peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
Rinse with cold water.
Drain.
Pat potatoes dry with kitchen towels.
Pour oil into heavy deep skillet to depth of 3/4-inch.
Heat over medium-high heat until thermometer registers 375\u00b0F.
Working in batches, add potatoes to skillet; cook until light golden, about 15 minutes.
Using slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to paper towels; cool.
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add onions and paprika and saute until onions are golden, about 5 minutes. (Can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover separately and keep at room temperature).
Preheat oven to 400\u00b0F.
Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in skillet with sauteed onions over medium-high heat.
Add potatoes and saute until golden brown, about 3 minutes.
Season mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
Spread mixture on heavy large baking sheet.
Bake until potatoes are cooked through and crisp, about 15 minutes.