Canadian Poutine

Posted by Gemma Paige Thompson on April 16, 2024 · 1 min read

Welcome to my latest recipe post, featuring the classic Canadian dish - Poutine! Originating from the province of Quebec, Poutine is a beloved comfort food that consists of crispy fries smothered in rich gravy and topped with cheese curds. This hearty dish is perfect for indulging your taste buds and satisfying those savory cravings.

Legend has it that Poutine was created in the late 1950s in a small dairy town in Quebec. The story goes that a customer requested cheese curds on their fries at a local diner, and the combination was so delicious that Poutine was born. Since then, it has become a staple across Canada and gained popularity worldwide.

Ingredients:

  • 500g potatoes, cut into fries
  • 200g cheese curds
  • 400ml beef gravy
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  2. Spread the potato fries on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes until crispy.
  3. While the fries are baking, heat the beef gravy in a saucepan over low heat.
  4. Once the fries are done, place them in a serving dish.
  5. Sprinkle the cheese curds over the hot fries.
  6. Pour the hot gravy over the fries and cheese curds.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy this delicious taste of Canada!

Enjoy the cheesy, gravy goodness of Canadian Poutine with this simple and satisfying recipe. It's the ultimate comfort food that is sure to please your taste buds. Bon appétit!