Which sentences is the correct way of preparing French fries?

Steve is preparing French fries at his home as a snack item. He cuts potatoes into large sizes. He then heats oil at 200°F. He adds potatoes and some vegetables into the oil. He covers the lid and let the mixture cook for 40 minutes. He then removes the cooked food into a serving dish.Todd is expecting his friend to come home today to visit him. Todd gets busy preparing French fries for his friend. He cuts large potatoes into 1/3-inch strips and pats them dry. He then heats oil in a deep-fryer to 375°F. He adds these strips of potatoes into the oil and removes them when the potatoes become golden brown.