• Prep 15 mins
  • Total 1 hour
  • Easy
  • Serves 6

TIP: Save time by using store-bought jarred gravy. To make this vegetarian, use vegetable stock.

Allergies

  • Contains Milk/Dairy
  • Contains Wheat

Tip: Allergy Advice

This dish contains the following allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat

Cooking mode

Step-by-step instruction without your screen going to sleep

  • 1 1/2 pounds Idaho potatoes, sliced in 1/2-inch thick fries
  • 6 cups cold water
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups beef stock
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water, combined
  • 2 cups cheese curds or diced fresh mozzarella

Utensils

  • Large Bowl
  • Step 1

    Place fries and water in a large bowl and let soak for 30 minutes.

  • Step 2

    Place the Cook & Crisp™ Basket in the pot. Close crisping lid. Preheat the unit by selecting AIR CRISP, setting the temperature to 390°F, and setting the time to 5 minutes. 

  • Step 3

    While unit is preheating, drain fries thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels. Toss with oil. 

  • Step 4

    After 5 minutes, open the crisping lid and add fries to the basket. Close lid. Select AIR CRISP, set temperature to 390°F, and set time to 30 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin. 

  • Step 5

    Every 10 minutes, open lid, then lift basket and shake fries. Lower basket back into pot and close lid to resume cooking. 

  • Step 6

    When cooking is complete, remove basket from pot and set aside. 

  • Step 7

    Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set to MEDIUM-HIGH. Select START/STOP to begin. Allow to preheat for 5 minutes. 

  • Step 8

    After 5 minutes, melt butter in pot, then add flour, stirring continuously for 5 minutes until the mixture turns golden brown. Slowly add beef and chicken stock, whisking quickly until smooth. Add vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce temperature to MEDIUM, and cook for 10 minutes, whisking occasionally. Stir in cornstarch mixture and simmer until sauce thickens. 

  • Step 9

    When cooking is complete, place fries on a serving platter, then sprinkle with cheese and gravy. Serve immediately.