Classic Poutine with Pickles

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prep time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hours 5 minutes
servings: 5

Cheese curds are irresistibly tasty bites of farm-fresh cheese known for their endearingly squeaky texture and mild flavor. Cabot Cheese Curds elevate poutine to flavorful new heights and are great for everyday snacking.

Directions

  1. PREPARE the fries: Cut potatoes into ¼-inch thick fries. Soak the fries in cold water for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Generously coat a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray (or line with parchment paper).

  2. DRAIN the fries and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Toss the fries with olive oil, salt and garlic powder in a large bowl. Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

  3. BAKE the fries for 20 minutes. Using a spatula, flip the fries on the baking sheet. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F and continue baking until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

  4. PREPARE the pickles: Combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from heat. Add vegetables and stir. Set aside, stirring occasionally.

  5. PREPARE the gravy: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and poultry seasoning; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle flour on top of the onions and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Slowly pour in broth while constantly whisking. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce starts to thicken, about 2 minutes.

  6. WHISK cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Add to the gravy, along with the salt and pepper, and cook until thickened, about 1 minute more.

  7. ARRANGE the hot fries on a serving platter. Top with cheese curds, gravy, strained pickles, and chopped fresh thyme or parsley.

Cheese As You Please

Our naturally-aged cheddars have 0g of lactose per serving! So go ahead, dig in.