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Follow manufacturer's instructions to preheat oil in a deep fryer to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C).
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Cut the well scrubbed potatoes into 1/4 inch wide sticks.
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Place the French fries into a large bowl and cover completely with cool water.
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Soaking the potatoes removes the excess starch from the potatoes which will result in a crisper French fry.
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Grate the Oka cheese using a cheese grater and set aside.
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Drain the water from the potatoes using a colander.
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Pat the potatoes completely dry using paper towel.
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Pour the gravy into a small sauce pan and place it over medium-low heat to gently heat the gravy until warm.
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Place the dried potatoes into the preheated oil.
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Cook the potatoes until the potatoes are tender and have little or no colour, approximately 6-8 minutes.
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Remove from fryer, shake excess oil from fries and place on to a paper towelled lined plate.
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Depending on the size of your deep fryer you may have to repeat this process 2-3 times.
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Ensure that the oil returns to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C) before each batch is pre-cooked.
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ncrease the temperature on the deep fryer to 395F Allow the oil to preheat.
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Place the blanched fries carefully into the hot oil.
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Again be sure not to over crowd your fryer.
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Allow the chips to cook for 5 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
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Remove from fryer shake off excess oil and place on to a clean paper towelled lined plate.
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Immediately sprinkle with the course salt.
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Repeat this process until all French fries are cooked.
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Divide the chips onto 6 plates and top with the cheese equally.
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Pour the gravy over the cheese and French fries and sprinkle with the fresh Chervil.
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Serve hot.
