Quartering a potato, which means cutting it into four equal pieces, is one of the easiest methods of cutting potatoes prior to cooking.

How do you quarter a potato?

Place the potato on its side and using a large chef's knife, slice it in half lengthwise. Place the cut side of the potato down onto the cutting board, and cut it in half again to create quarters.

How do you cut a 1/4 inch potato?

Slice a potato in half lengthwise with a chef's knife (long potatoes are best for fries). Lay each half cut-side down. Slice lengthwise into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick slices. Stack about half of the slices and cut lengthwise into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick fries.