What Is Poutine? (+ How to Make It)

Ingredients

• 3 or 4 large russet potatoes (3 to 4 pounds), peeled and cut into fries
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
• freshly cracked black pepper
• 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 beef bouillon cube
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 10 ounces white cheddar cheese curds, at room temperature

Instructions

1. 1

   For the fries, submerge the peeled and sliced potato sticks in cold water. Leave them to soak for at least 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220°C) and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

3. 3

   Drain the fries and pat them dry with paper towels.

4. 4

   Place them in a large bowl, drizzle over the olive oil, and sprinkle them with thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.

5. 5

   Place the fries on the baking sheets in a single layer, then bake for 10 minutes. Rotate the sheets and bake for 10 more minutes, or until golden brown and tender.

6. 6

   While the fries bake, make the gravy.

7. 7

   Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add the flour and whisk into a paste.

8. 8

   Keep whisking until the paste is brown, about 2 minutes, then whisk in the garlic and onion powders.

9. 9

   Slowly pour the chicken and beef broths into the pan, whisking constantly until fully incorporated,

10. 10

    Turn the heat up to medium-high and bring the gravy to a boil.

11. 11

    Mix well, then reduce the heat to low so the gravy is simmering. Leave to cook until thickened.

12. 12

    Add the Worcestershire sauce, beef bouillon, and vinegar, and mix until well blended.

13. 13

    Take the fries out of the oven and divide them between 4 serving plates.

14. 14

    Sprinkle the cheese curds evenly over the dishes, then pour the hot gravy over each serving.

15. 15

    Serve immediately and enjoy!