Description
Creamy French onion potatoes deliver comfort straight from French kitchens, blending caramelized onions and golden potatoes into a rich, irresistible side dish. Cheese-topped and oven-baked, this classic recipe promises warmth and flavor you’ll savor with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups sour cream
Seasoning:
- 1 packet French onion soup mix
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) for optimal cooking environment.
- Thoroughly coat a 9×13-inch baking vessel with non-stick spray or butter.
- Whisk together sour cream, milk, melted butter, and French onion soup mix until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Arrange potato slices in uniform, overlapping rows within the prepared baking dish.
- Gently cascade the creamy mixture over potato layers, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil to retain moisture and prevent surface burning.
- Roast in preheated oven for 45 minutes, allowing potatoes to soften and absorb flavors.
- Carefully remove foil and generously scatter shredded cheddar cheese across the surface.
- Return uncovered dish to oven, continuing to bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese melts and potatoes turn golden and tender.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle and dish to cool slightly.
- Present the aromatic, bubbling potato casserole directly to the table for immediate enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for a creamier, more consistent texture that holds together during baking.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or Greek yogurt instead of full-fat sour cream to reduce calories while maintaining richness.
- Slice potatoes uniformly using a mandoline or sharp knife to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Add fresh herbs like thyme or chives on top before serving to enhance flavor and provide a bright, fresh contrast to the rich, creamy potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 553
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1085 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg