Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of this French Onion Potato Bake, where creamy Yukon Gold potatoes meet sweet caramelized onions for a dish that will impress family and friends alike. Topped with a delicious blend of Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, this bake offers rich flavors and a satisfying texture that makes it perfect for any occasion—be it a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. Its simplicity and versatility allow you to serve it as a main course or a side dish, making it an essential addition to your recipe repertoire. Plus, feel free to customize the ingredients to suit your taste!
Ingredients
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- 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 (or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme)
- ½ cup beef broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian version)
- 4 large Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced ¼-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing)
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Fresh thyme sprigs
- Extra Parmesan cheese
- Crispy fried onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions, salt, pepper, and sugar (if using). Cook until golden brown, about 15–20 minutes.
- Slice potatoes into thin rounds. Mix heavy cream, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half the potato slices, half the caramelized onions, and half the cheeses. Repeat layers.
- Pour broth over layers. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; uncover for the last 15 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the bake (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg