Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of French Onion Potatoes – Cheesy, Savory & Perfect for Cozy Dinners! This delicious casserole features tender, thinly sliced potatoes layered with sweet caramelized onions and melted cheese, creating a dish that elevates any meal. The creamy texture combined with rich flavors makes it an ideal choice for holiday feasts, family gatherings, or simply a cozy night in. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite cheeses or additional vegetables, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), thinly sliced
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 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 a blend of cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella)
- ½ cup sour cream or heavy cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter or heat olive oil; add sliced onions and caramelize until golden brown (20–25 minutes). Deglaze with broth.
- Slice potatoes evenly and pat dry.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream with onion soup mix and broth; stir in half the cheese and caramelized onions.
- Grease a baking dish; layer half the potatoes, then half the onion mixture. Repeat layers and top with remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes; uncover and bake for another 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with herbs if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg