Well, well, well… if it isn’t my favourite indulgence – poutine! Now, cooking up a storm for my loved ones has always tickled my fancy and poutine, well, that really takes the cake, doesn’t it? Come on, let’s be honest here, it’s the bee’s knees of comfort foods. Unless of course, you’re talking diet-friendly, then, poutine doesn’t exactly fit the bill. But, crikey, does it tempt the taste buds or what?
So, picture this. You’ve got these golden, lightly fried potatoes, all crisp, just, you know, sitting there waiting to be smothered—Ooh it’s divinely decadent! But hold onto your horses, ’cause we haven’t even got to the best part yet. Next up, we’ve got that squeaky cheese curd. Sounds quirky, doesn’t it? But boy oh boy, when you lay them on those piping hot fries…ooh la la! You’d swear fireworks might go off.
The pièce de résistance, though, that rich, warm gravy… it begs your belly to find room. When drizzled over the cheese and fries, friendship, it’s a culinary symphony! It’s like watching a droplet of water falling into a pond, creating ripples of deliciousness. Now, you’re really cooking with gas!
Hands down, preparing poutine is an affair to remember. Yes, sir! You could be the greatest show on earth or the ‘cat’s pajamas’ when you pull a poutine-night-off. So why don’t we roll up our sleeves, get our hands dirty, and whip up a batch of lip-smackingly delicious poutine?
Just remember, share the love deliciously, and remember, top tip: savor every bite.
Let’s Get To Work!
– Begin by peeling and cutting russet potatoes into thick matchstick pieces for the fries.
– Rinse cut potatoes under cold water to remove excess starch. Pat dry after rinsing.
– Heat up cooking oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to about 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
– You’re all set to start frying! Fry potatoes until golden brown, about 10 minutes per batch. Then, remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
– Before frying your next batch, allow the oil to reheat back up to temperature.
– Once all the fries are cooked and drained, season them lightly with salt.
– Now shift gears to the gravy, start by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook until golden.
– Get whisking! Gradually whisk in beef broth, then chicken broth until smooth and thickened. Let this cook for an additional 4-5 minutes.
– Time to assemble the dish. Place a generous serving of fries in a bowl or plate, top with a handful of chess curds.
– Pour piping hot gravy over fries and cheese. The heat will slightly melt the curds creating that desired poutine “squeak.”
– Serve hot, and enjoy!
Remember, poutine is best enjoyed immediately! Whether you’re entertaining family, friends, or just treating yourself, this is one scrumptious dish that’s guaranteed to win smiles all round. Just don’t forget to wear your stretchy pants–you’ll need them!
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