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Published September 23, 2011, 11:40 AM

GF French Fry Feed Breaks Serving Record Set in 2008

GRAND FORKS, ND - Over two and a half tons of french fries were served at the annual Potato Bowl French Fry Feed at University Park in Grand Forks on Thursday evening, 5,010 pounds to be exact!

By: WDAZ Staff Report,

GRAND FORKS, ND - Over two and a half tons of french fries were served at the annual Potato Bowl French Fry Feed at University Park in Grand Forks on Thursday evening, 5,010 pounds to be exact!

This breaks the old record by 120 pounds set in 2008.

Scott Lund from the J.R. Simplot Company organizes the french fry feed each year. The J.R. Simplot Company furnishes all the french fries, oil, and condiments, along with volunteer help to run the event.

Approximately 10,000 people attended the event.

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