Description
If you’re craving a cozy, oven-baked comfort dish that’s golden, gooey, and layered with flavor, this French Onion Potato Bake is exactly what you need. With sweet caramelized onions, crispy roasted potatoes, and melty Gruyère cheese, this easy recipe is a winner for holiday spreads or weeknight dinner ideas. A perfect pick for anyone searching for food ideas that are hearty, savory, and effortlessly delicious — it fits right into your list of easy recipes, quick dinners, or healthy-ish indulgent sides.
Ingredients
2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
2 large yellow onions, sliced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat and cook onions until deeply caramelized, about 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
2. Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Roast potatoes at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden and tender.
4. In a baking dish, layer roasted potatoes with caramelized onions and sprinkle thyme.
5. Top with Gruyère cheese and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
6. Serve hot, and enjoy the savory, cheesy goodness.
Notes
Slice the onions evenly and be patient while caramelizing to unlock their full flavor.
For extra crisp edges, broil for 2 minutes at the end — but watch closely!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: french onion potato bake, cheesy potato bake, easy dinner side, comfort food, holiday casserole