Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound boneless beef chuck chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup diced onions
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 quart beef broth
- 1 pound French fries prepared according to package instructions
- 3/4 cup cheese curds
- Chopped fresh chives for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Heat a large frying over medium-high heat. Drizzle in the vegetable oil and add the beef chuck. Cook until the beef is browned.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add the butter, then stir in the diced onions. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper, and cook until the onions are soft and lightly golden.
- Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the beef and onions. Stir continuously for 2-4 minutes until the mixture smells nutty and resembles a light roux.
- Gradually whisk in the beef broth until the mixture is smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F. Arrange the French fries on a baking sheet and bake until crispy and golden, about 12 to 17 minutes. Place the hot fries onto a serving plate, scatter the cheese curds over them, and ladle the hot gravy generously on top. Garnish with chopped fresh chives if desired, and serve immediately.
