I will never understand the allure of the fat French fry. Steak fries are contemptible. Wedges of bland starch with no crunch, like a mouthful of molded mashed potatoes.

The U.S. market for French fries is expected to reach $10 billion next year, and on the list of favorite variants — there are at least 30 — steak fries rank at or near the bottom, way behind ...

Steak 'n Shake: Started using beef tallow for french fries in all locations in March. Popeye's: Website states "Beef tallow is used for frying our products." ...