How to Make French Onion Potatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

French Onion Potatoes are a rich and flavorful side dish that combines the classic flavors of French onion soup with tender, creamy potatoes. This recipe takes the comforting and savory elements of French onion soup and adds in the hearty and satisfying texture of roasted potatoes, creating a dish that is perfect for any occasion.

The base of this recipe is thinly sliced potatoes that are layered in a baking dish, then smothered in a decadent French onion sauce. The sauce is made from...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 2 large onions, sliced
  • 1 (1.5 ounce) package dry French onion soup mix
  • 1 ⅓ cups diced cooked bacon (Optional)
  • 6 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
  • 3 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 ½ cups heavy cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch baking dish

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place a layer of sliced onions on the bottom of the baking dish. Add a sprinkle of French onion soup mix and a layer of bacon pieces, followed by layers of potato slices, shredded cheese, and cream. Continue adding layers of remaining ingredients, ending with a layer of shredded cheese on top.
  • Spray a piece of aluminum foil with cooking spray and cover the baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes and onions are tender, 40 to 50 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking until nicely browned and bubbly, about 10 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    452 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 99mg
    • Sodium: 788mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 29mg
    • Calcium: 270mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 752mg