Slice potatoes as thinly as possible using mandolin or sharp knife. Pat slices dry to remove excess moisture. Lightly coat slices with cooking spray, then sprinkle with sea salt and dried herbs or ...

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With just thinly-cut potato slices (thank you, mandoline slicer) and a little zap of electromagnetic science (hi, microwave), you’ll be well on your way to enjoying homemade potato chips in no time.