Description
It was one of those crisp autumn evenings when the scent of savory onions sautéing in butter filled my kitchen, transporting me back to my childhood. These Easy French Onion Potatoes are incredibly simple to whip up, using just a handful of ingredients, yet they pack a punch of delicious flavor that elevates any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can condensed French Onion Soup
- 1 packet Dry Onion Soup Mix
- 1/2 cup Melted Butter
- 4 cups Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes, diced into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley (Optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
- In a 9×13 or oval casserole dish, combine the condensed French onion soup, dry onion soup mix, and melted butter.
- Add the diced potatoes to the casserole dish and stir to coat them thoroughly in the onion mixture.
- Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 40 minutes.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, sprinkle a generous layer of shredded Gruyere cheese over the top and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let it cool for about 10 minutes, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Uniform Sizing: Cut the potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
- Don’t Rush Baking: Follow the baking instructions for ideal texture.
- Choose Quality Ingredients: Use high-quality condensed French onion soup for richer flavor.
- Cheese Variation: Try different cheeses for a unique twist.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Consider mixing in fresh thyme or rosemary for added flavor.
- Serving Suggestions: These French Onion Potatoes pair nicely with grilled meats.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: French Onion Potatoes