Description
Indulge in the warmth of our French Onion Potato Bake, a delightful comfort food that features creamy layers of Yukon Gold potatoes and rich, caramelized onions. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, offering a unique twist on traditional potato bakes. With the savory depth of beef broth and melty cheeses, each bite delivers a mouthwatering experience sure to impress your guests. Plus, it’s versatile enough to serve as either a main course or a side dish, making it a fantastic addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ cup beef broth
- 4 large Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing)
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or Swiss, cheddar, or mozzarella)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Fresh thyme sprigs (for garnish)
- Extra Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
- Crispy fried onions (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté sliced onions in butter and olive oil until golden brown.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes, followed by caramelized onions and half the cheeses. Repeat the layers.
- Mix cream with seasonings and pour over the layered ingredients.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the bake (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg