Scale

2 lbs potatoes, thinly sliced

3 large onions, thinly sliced

3 tbsp butter

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp sugar

Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the bake:

1 cup beef or vegetable broth

1 cup heavy cream

1½ cups shredded Gruyère or mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1 tsp dried thyme

Optional topping:

Fresh parsley

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.

2. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

3. Add onions, sugar, salt, and pepper and cook slowly until deeply caramelized.

4. Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish.

5. Top with half of the caramelized onions and a sprinkle of thyme.

6. Repeat layers with remaining potatoes and onions.

7. Pour broth and heavy cream evenly over the dish.

8. Top with Gruyère and parmesan cheese.

9. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.

10. Uncover and bake an additional 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.

11. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

• Slice potatoes thinly for even cooking.

• Gruyère gives the best French onion flavor.

• Perfect as a side or vegetarian main.

Keywords: french onion potato bake, cheesy potato bake, comfort food potatoes