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Cooking With KidsThe signature comfort dish of Canadian cuisine, offering a perfect harmony of textures and profound flavors. Golden, crispy fries provide a foundation for a layer of slightly melted cheese curds, enveloped in a thick, rich meat gravy that unifies all elements into a truly decadent and indulgent experience.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- Dash Vegetable Oil
- 1 Can Beef Gravy
- 5 thin cut Potatoes
- 2 cups Cheese Curds
Instructions
1Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep heavy skillet to 365°F (185°C).
2Warm gravy in saucepan or microwave.
3Place the fries into the hot oil, and cook until light brown, about 5 minutes.
4Remove to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
5Place the fries on a serving platter, and sprinkle the cheese over them.
6Ladle gravy over the fries and cheese, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 672
- Protein
- 34.5g
- Carbs
- 12.2g
Chef tips
To keep the fries crispy under the thick gravy, make sure to dry the potatoes thoroughly after cutting and before frying, and only add the gravy right before serving. For a kosher version, swap the cheese curds for small cubes of firm mozzarella or seared halloumi; kids will have a blast helping sprinkle the cheese over the hot, golden fries.
Culinary reasoning
The signature comfort dish of Canadian cuisine, offering a perfect harmony of textures and profound flavors. Golden, crispy fries provide a foundation for a layer of slightly melted cheese curds, enveloped in a thick, rich meat gravy that unifies all elements into a truly decadent and indulgent experience.
Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Age 9+
Confident cook
- Read the steps
- Portion and shape
Adults only
Grown-up task
- Use heat
- Handle sharp tools
Adult supervision required. Match activities to the child's age and abilities.
Skills Kids Practice
- Following instructions
- Fine motor skills
- Counting
- Teamwork
A good moment to remind kids not to share spoons, to wash hands, and to check ingredients with an adult.
