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Traditional Alpine Poutine

A classic French-Canadian dish with crispy fries, melted cheese curds, and rich gravy.

40 minutes4 servings
Traditional Alpine Poutine
Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Peel and cut potatoes into 1 cm thick fries.
  2. Soak in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain and dry thoroughly.
  3. Fry in hot oil (180°C) until golden brown, drain on paper towels.
  4. In a saucepan, melt butter, add chopped onion, and sauté until translucent.
  5. Add beef broth, bring to a simmer, and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Pour gravy over the fries, top with cheese curds, and serve immediately.

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