eggs benny poutine

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup white onions, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup red peppers, finely chopped
• 2 cups smoked ham, cubed into 1/2-inch thick
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
• 6 cups french fries
• 2 cups cheese curd, or as needed
• 4 large poached eggs
• 1 cup hollandaise sauce, or as needed
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chives, for garnish