Description
French Onion Potatoes are a deliciously comforting side dish that combines tender layers of thinly sliced Russet potatoes with sweet caramelized onions and melted Gruyère cheese. This easy-to-make recipe brings the classic flavors of French onion soup to your table, making it an irresistible addition to family dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
- While the onions cook, peel and slice the potatoes into thin rounds.
- Stir in minced garlic and thyme with the onions for an additional minute after caramelization.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the potato slices at the bottom. Top with half of the onion mixture and half of the Gruyère cheese. Repeat the layers.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in sharp cheddar or Parmesan cheese. Allowing the dish to rest for a few minutes after baking makes serving easier. Feel free to add cooked bacon or herbs like rosemary for different flavor profiles.