Poutine (Fries and Gravy)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups beef stock
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 pounds Idaho white potatoes, peeled and cut
- 1/2 pound fresh cheese curd
- In a saucepan, over medium heat, combine the butter and flour.
- Stir until incorporated.
- Cook for 12 to 15 minutes for a dark roux.
- Stir in the stock.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the liquid to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to medium low and continue cooking for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and keep warm.
- Peel the potatoes and cut fries, 4 inches by 1/2-inch.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the potatoes and blanch for 4 minutes.
- Remove, drain and cool completely.
- Fry the potatoes until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- To serve, mound the fries into the individual (16-ounce) disposable cups.
- Spoon the gravy over the fries and crumble the cheese.
- Serve immediately.
butter, flour, beef stock, salt, freshly ground black pepper, white potatoes, fresh cheese curd
Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/poutine-fries-and-gravy-recipe.html (may not work)