Classic Poutine Done Right

Crispy fries, squeaky curds, hot beef gravy.

Poutine is Canada's beloved comfort food: golden fries topped with squeaky cheese curds and rich beef gravy. This recipe nails the details, from double-frying the potatoes for maximum crispness to whisking up a savory gravy that melts the curds just right. It's perfect for a cozy night in or sharing with friends.

Ingredients

• 2 lb russet potatoes, thick-cut
• neutral oil, for deep frying
• 2 cups fresh cheese curds
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 cups beef stock
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Soak fries in cold water 30 minutes; drain and pat completely dry.
2. Heat oil to 325F; fry potatoes 4 minutes until pale and floppy. Drain.
3. Raise oil to 375F; fry again 3 minutes until deep golden and crisp.
4. Melt butter, whisk in flour, cook 2 minutes until nutty brown.
5. Whisk in stocks, Worcestershire, pepper; simmer 5 minutes until thickened.
6. Pile fries on plates, scatter curds, pour hot gravy over, serve immediately.

Nutrition

This recipe works out to about 387 calories per serving. For the full breakdown, protein, carbs, and fat included, save it in the Forkful app: nutrition is calculated automatically from the ingredient list.

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