You can start your day off right with a hearty and indulgent dish like Bacon and Cheddar Breakfast Poutine. This meal combines crispy fries, rich gravy, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese.

How could such a simple dish become a classic? And how are local chefs giving poutine a creative twist? We spent a long ...

Drain the skins on a paper towel-lined plate. Preheat the oven to 450º. In a small nonstick skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.

Cook the bacon in a dry pan until crisp and golden. Pat dry on kitchen paper and chop. Mix in with the scallions, sour cream and cheese. Place the hot potatoes into a serving dish. Spoon over some ...