Description
Savory French Onion Potato Bake is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. This dish features layers of thinly sliced russet potatoes and sweet caramelized onions, all enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce infused with fresh thyme. Baked to perfection, it delivers a delightful combination of textures and rich flavors that will have everyone coming back for more. Experience the warmth and nostalgia of this hearty bake that makes every meal feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 large sweet onions (Vidalia or Walla Walla), thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese (divided)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter for caramelizing onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add sliced onions and cook until golden brown (20-25 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk heavy cream with half the Gruyère cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Layer half of the potato slices in the baking dish, pour half the cream mixture over them, then repeat with remaining potatoes and cream.
- Top with remaining Gruyère cheese and bake covered for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg