Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of French Onion Baked Potatoes, a comforting twist on a classic dish that combines tender baked potatoes with the savory richness of French onion soup. Each potato is generously filled with caramelized onions, aromatic herbs, and hearty beef broth, then topped with gooey melted cheese for an irresistible finish. Perfect for cozy family dinners or elegant gatherings, these stuffed potatoes offer a gourmet touch to your comfort food repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Prick the russet potatoes several times with a fork and bake for 55-60 minutes until tender.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter, then add sliced onions. Cook until caramelized, about 20 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with apple vinegar and stir in thyme and beef broth. Simmer for 3-5 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
- Slice baked potatoes down the middle and fluff the insides gently.
- Stuff each potato with the onion filling and top with shredded cheese.
- Return to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg