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With an eye toward appealing to foodies, Wendy's is remaking its fries (Emily Fredrix, 11/10/10, AP)

With an eye toward appealing to foodies, Wendy's is remaking its fries with Russett potatoes, leaving the skin on and sprinkling sea salt on top.

The fast-food chain has been changing its menu to focus on "real" ingredients to win more fans.