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Classic Poutine {Fries, Gravy & Cheese Curds}

August 29, 2014 by Angela LeMoine 7 Comments

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Sometimes it is the simplicity of a dish that makes it so incredible and that is exactly the case for this one, Classic Poutine {Fries, Gravy & Cheese Curds}! A couple of weeks back I told you that I was desperate to get my hands on some cheese curds and how I knew the only way would be to order and have them sent from Wisconsin. That I did, I ordered 5 lbs of these squeaky bites of deliciousness! It all started with this dish right here, Poutine! My husband had been asking for me to make it and I wanted to do it the classic Quebec way so cheese curds were a must. That is just one component though; equally as important is a fabulous homemade gravy and fresh hand cut french fries! This dish was such a treat! 

The first dish I made with my delivery of curds was this Beer Battered Cheese Curds with Spicy Dipping Sauce! The Classic Poutine right here, this one brought the family together! We were all excited for this one! Really though, whats not to love am I right?!?! Crispy homemade fries topped off with curds all in a steaming hot bath of gravy! I used the double fry method for the fries, they come out incredible every time! Cooking the fries this way does take a little time but it is really worth it! The gravy comes together easily and can be made a day or two ahead of time to make life that much easier! Bring Quebec to your home with this Classic Poutine!

NOTE: The cut potatoes should sit in a bowl of cold water for 2-3 hours or overnight. This will help pull out some of the starch and help them to crisp up. Also, Be sure to read through the entire recipe so you understand the frying steps.

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Classic Poutine {Fries, Gravy & Cheese Curds}

Classic Poutine {Fries, Gravy & Cheese Curds}

Ingredients

  • 8 russet potatoes, cut into wedges and placed into a bowl of cold water
  • 1 lb white cheddar cheese curds
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 6 Tbsp flour
  • 1 shallot
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp worcestershire sauce
  • 5 cups beef broth
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Salt for the fries
  • vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Like I mentioned in the note above, you will want the cut potatoes to sit in a bowl of cold water for 2-3 hours or overnight.
  2. Lets start with the gravy. In a saucepan, over medium low heat, add in the butter, garlic powder and shallots. Cook for a few minutes until the shallots are softened.
  3. Whisk in the flour and cook for a minute or two to cook out the raw flour taste.
  4. Add in the worcestershire sauce, broth, salt and pepper. Whisk until the roux {flour & butter} is worked in and smooth.
  5. Up the heat to medium and simmer for about 20-25 minutes until the gravy has thickened enough just coat the back of a spoon. {I don't care for a very thick gravy so this recipe is a little bit on the looser side}. Set aside. You'll want to have this hot and ready to go when the fries are done.
  6. Lets get to those potatoes! Drain the potatoes and place them onto a clean dish cloth and top with another to soak up any excess water.
  7. Heat up several inches of vegetable oil in a heavy pot to about 300 degrees {no worries if you don't have a cooking thermometer}.
  8. We're going to do a double fry, that means after the first fry the potatoes are just cooked and not yet golden and crisp. Lets test the oil. Place 1 fry into the oil. Small gentle bubbles should form around the potato. No bubbles, then the oil isn't ready. Fast bubbling means its too hot.
  9. When the oil is ready go ahead and gently add in a small batch of the cut potatoes. Using a slotted metal spoon, move the fries around as they cook. They should only be in the oil for 3-4 minutes.
  10. Pull the fries out and place onto a paper towel lined baking sheet. Salt lightly as soon as they come out.
  11. Go ahead and continue the first fry with the remaining potatoes.
  12. Once all the potatoes have gone through the first fry we are ready to crisp them up! This part is much quicker. Raise the flame up to medium high and allow it to heat up {approx 400 degrees}.
  13. Get another baking sheet ready with paper towels. Again in small batches place the potatoes into the oil and move them around as they fry. Cook until golden and crisp, place onto the paper towels.
  14. To assemble... Crisp fries onto a plate, topped with the cheese curds and then drown it all in that piping hot gravy! Enjoy!
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Comments

  1. Leslie

    August 29, 2014 at 9:33 am

    That looks so yummy! I love cheese curds. When we go to New York I try to stick up. Haha. They’re the perfect snack! Happy Friday!

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      August 30, 2014 at 6:46 pm

      I agree they are an awesome snack!!! Im making them again tomorrow! Cant wait!!

      Reply
  2. Judy

    August 31, 2014 at 10:07 pm

    Looks delicious Angela!

    Thanks for coming and linking up at #The Weekend Social. Please be sure to come back next week starting Thursdays at 9PM EST The Midnight Baker ! I hope to see you there!
    Judy@ http://www.bakeatmidnite.com

    Reply
  3. Jess

    September 2, 2014 at 11:48 am

    Wow, I just drooled looking at this! YUM! LOL

    Thanks for joining the Link Up this week!

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      September 2, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      Thanks so much Jess, They were really really good!! I made them again this weekend for our labor day bbq

      Reply
  4. Heidy L. McCallum @The McCallum's Shamrock Patch

    September 19, 2014 at 1:28 am

    Thank you so much for sharing your awesome blog post on our link party we formerly co-hosted for 23 weeks, (The Weekend Social) I just wanted to update you to our new link party #PureBlogLove. It runs every Thursday 8 pm est-Sunday nights at midnight. The other girls are still hosting the former party on their pages so don’t forget drop by and visit them as well. I hope to see you this week at our new one.
    Have a fantastic night
    Heidy L. McCallum
    http://www.themccallumshamrockpatch.com

    Reply
    • Angela LeMoine

      September 19, 2014 at 9:06 am

      Thank you for keeping me in the loop!! I’ll be stopping by now! Have a great weekend!

      Reply

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