Description
French Onion Potato Bake is a comforting and savory dish that combines the rich, creamy flavor of French onion soup with tender, perfectly baked potatoes. The caramelized onions, creamy sauce, and cheesy goodness make it a hit at any dinner table, especially during special occasions or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
4 large russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until they become golden and caramelized.
- Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the onions and stir to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and milk.
- In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes, followed by half of the caramelized onions. Pour half of the cream mixture over the top, then sprinkle with half of the Gruyère and Parmesan cheese.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, onions, cream mixture, and cheeses.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
If making ahead, refrigerate the assembled dish and bake it when ready to serve. Just add 10-15 extra minutes for cooking.
You can experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or mozzarella for a slightly different flavor profile.
Russet potatoes are preferred for their soft, tender texture after baking, but Yukon Gold potatoes can also be used.
This dish can be frozen after baking. Let it cool completely, then wrap and freeze. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 30-40 minutes.
This recipe is vegetarian, making it a great choice for vegetarians or as a side to a vegetarian meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
