Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of French Onion Potatoes, a cheesy and savory dish that’s perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. Layers of tender Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are combined with sweet caramelized onions and topped with a rich blend of melted cheeses, creating a mouthwatering experience that everyone will adore. This versatile casserole can serve as a side dish or a hearty main course, making it the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. With straightforward preparation steps and easily accessible ingredients, you’ll find yourself returning to this recipe time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 2 large onions
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 packet onion soup mix or 1 cup condensed French onion soup
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella)
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Caramelize sliced onions in a skillet over medium heat with butter until golden brown (20-25 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, onion soup mix (or condensed soup), broth, half of the cheese, and caramelized onions.
- Layer half of the potato slices in a greased baking dish, followed by half of the onion mixture. Repeat layers and top with remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg