Homemade Poutine

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Wash and cut potatoes into ¼" fries. Soak fries in cold water for at least 30 minutes, then dry thoroughly using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.

3. In a large bowl, toss fries with olive oil and seasoned salt. Spread on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

4. Bake for 20 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F, stir the french fries, and continue baking until golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes.

5. While the fries bake, heat one teaspoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook diced onion until tender.

6. Add minced garlic, thyme, and pepper to the saucepan. Cook the mixture for 2 minutes. Whisk in the butter until melted. Stir in flour, cooking the roux for 4 to 5 minutes or until browned.

7. Gradually add the condensed beef broth and 1 cup of water to the saucepan, whisking until smooth after each addition.

8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 2 minutes. Strain the gravy through a mesh strainer into a pot.

9. Place the hot fries on a serving plate and top with cheese curds. Pour very hot gravy over the fries and cheese.

10. Serve immediately.