Description
French Onion Potatoes are a delicious, comforting side dish featuring tender Yukon gold or russet potatoes coated in a savory blend of French onion soup mix, caramelized onions, and creamy sour cream, then baked to golden perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh parsley for a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 packet (about 1 oz) French onion soup mix
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the potatoes later.
- Caramelize Onions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, for 10 to 12 minutes until they become caramelized and golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Toss Potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the cubed potatoes with the French onion soup mix, sour cream, black pepper, and half of the caramelized onions. Mix thoroughly until potatoes are well coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Assemble Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and transfer the potato mixture into it, spreading evenly. Top with the remaining caramelized onions and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese if using.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to allow the potatoes to cook through and absorb flavors.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender and golden brown on top.
- Optional Broil: For a crispier cheese topping, broil the potatoes for 2 to 3 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm as a tasty side dish.
Notes
- For an extra crispy top, broil the dish for the last 2–3 minutes of cooking.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
