Authentic Canadian Poutine Recipe (with healthy oven baked fries)!

Authentic Canadian Poutine
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
~~~Fries~~~
4 large russet potatoes
2-3 Tbsp olive oil
2 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
~~~Gravy~~~
4 Tbsp butter
2 cups beef broth
1/4 cup flour
1 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
~~~Cheese~~~
1 cup white cheddar cheese curds

Directions:
~~~Fries~~~
1.) Preheat oven to 375 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.) Wash potatoes and cut into desired size fries.
3.) Place fries in a large bowl and allow to soak in cold water for at least one hour, but no more than 5. Drain, then dry potatoes very well using paper towels.
4.) Toss with the olive oil, salt, and garlic powder (if using).
5.) Bake for 20 minutes at 375 F, then increase temperature to 425 F and bake for additional 20 minutes, until fries are golden and crispy.