Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these French Onion Baked Potatoes. This delightful recipe transforms classic French onion soup into a hearty baked potato, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings. Each potato is generously filled with rich caramelized onions, savory beef broth, and topped with luscious melted Swiss or Gruyere cheese for a satisfying bite. Not only are they easy to prepare, but they also offer a warm, inviting flavor profile that will please any palate. Serve these baked potatoes as a main dish or side at your next event; they are sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1 large sweet onion
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 1–1/2 cups shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet.
- Prick each potato multiple times with a fork and bake for 55-60 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, caramelize thinly sliced onions in olive oil and butter for about 20 minutes. Deglaze with vinegar and add thyme and beef broth; simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Slice the baked potatoes open and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Fill each potato with the onion mixture and top with cheese. Bake again for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked potato (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding crispy bacon bits or sautéed mushrooms as toppings. If you prefer herbs, rosemary can be mixed into the filling for an aromatic twist.