Oven Baked Poutine

Ease of preparation rating: Medium
Yield: 4 portions

Ingredients:

For the fries:

5 potatoes, washed

2 tablespoons (15 ml) olive oil

1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) paprika

1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) onion powder

1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) oregano

Salt

For the gravy:

1 tablespoon (15 ml) whole butter

1 tablespoon (15 ml) all-purpose flour

1 cup (240 ml) beef stock

1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce

To serve:

1/2 cup (120 ml) cheese curds

Method:

Preheat oven to 400 F (205 C).

For the fries:

Cut the potatoes into medium-sized fries.

In a large bowl, toss cut potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and salt.

Transfer potatoes to a lined baking sheet and spread out evenly. Bake in oven for twenty-five minutes or until golden brown.

For the gravy:

Melt butter in a saucepan, add flour, cook, stirring often until brown.

Add beef stock and continue to cook and stir until thickened. Add soy sauce to finish.

To Serve:

In a serving dish, place fries, top with cheese curds, cover all with gravy and serve immediately.