Poutine!

Poutine! We might have to explain this one, not to anyone in Montreal, but for others. Basically, we’re talking about the delicious combination of french fries, gravy, and cheese, specifically cheese curds. I know it doesn’t sound like much, but trust me, it’s heavenly! As mentioned, we went overboard and made gravy, you don’t have to go that far to enjoy this delicious meal, but you absolutely should make it, and soon!

Instructions

1. Wash potatoes under cold water. Using a french fry cutter, cut all the potatoes, skin on and place them in cold water for 15 minutes. If you don’t have a cutter, you can hand cut the fries or make potato wedges.
2. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
3. Discard water and dry potatoes. In a large dry bowl, toss them with oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
4. Spread them evenly on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
5. Place them in the oven for 30-45 minutes, or until crispy, turning the fries ones or twice.
6. While fries are cooking, dice the onion and mushrooms.
7. Preheat a medium sized pan over medium-high heat. Once at temperature, add the coconut oil.
8. Once hot, add onions and fry for 3 minutes stirring frequently. Once translucent, add mushrooms and cook for another 3 minutes.
9. Add vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Mix.
10. Add cornstarch and ensure everything is evenly coated.
11. Add broth, mix, then add milk and stir for a few minutes to make sure you scrape the bottom of the pan to release any dark bits.
12. Transfer to a blender and purée before returning to a low heat to keep warm.
13. Once fries are done, immediately season with salt to taste.
14. In a small bowl of plate, start layering fries, cheese, and then gravy, repeat at least twice.
15. Serve while hot!

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