Crispy fries are topped with cheese curds and smothered in a flavorful gravy to create this Canadian classic!
Ingredients :
8 ounces cheese curds
2 large baking potatoes scrubbed
1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
seasoned salt to taste
1 teaspoon olive oil
½ yellow onion diced
2 cloves garlic minced
½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 ¼ cups condensed beef broth
Directions :
Preheat oven to 375°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and cut potatoes into ¼" fries. Soak fries in cold water for at least 30 minutes, then dry thoroughly using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
In a large bowl, toss fries with olive oil and seasoned salt. Spread on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake for 20 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F, stir the french fries, and continue baking until golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes.
While the fries bake, heat one teaspoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook diced onion until tender.
Add minced garlic, thyme, and pepper to the saucepan. Cook the mixture for 2 minutes. Whisk in the butter until melted. Stir in flour, cooking the roux for 4 to 5 minutes or until browned.
Gradually add the condensed beef broth and 1 cup of water to the saucepan, whisking until smooth after each addition.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 2 minutes. Strain the gravy through a mesh strainer into a pot.
Place the hot fries on a serving plate and top with cheese curds. Pour very hot gravy over the fries and cheese.
