Description
Comfort-driven french onion stuffed potatoes blend rich caramelized onions with creamy potato goodness. Savory cheese and herbs elevate this classic side dish, promising a delightful experience for hearty appetites.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup (240 ml/8 oz) shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) unsalted butter
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) olive oil
- ¼ cup (60 ml) beef broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp sugar (optional, for faster caramelization)
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Roasting Preparation: Ignite the oven to 400F (200C). Puncture potatoes repeatedly with a fork, massage with olive oil, and generously season with salt and pepper. Place directly on the oven rack, roasting for 50-60 minutes until fork-tender.
- Caramelizing Onions: In a spacious skillet, meld butter and olive oil over medium heat. Introduce sliced onions with salt and optional sugar. Gently coax onions to a deep caramel color for 25-30 minutes, adjusting heat to prevent burning. Infuse with broth, thyme, and garlic powder, simmering until liquid nearly evaporates.
- Potato Transformation: After cooling, bisect potatoes lengthwise and carefully hollow out, maintaining a thin shell. Mash extracted potato pulp, integrating half the caramelized onions and cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Final Assembly: Generously stuff potato shells with the onion-potato mixture, creating elegant mounds. Adorn with remaining caramelized onions and a lavish cheese topping.
- Broiling and Garnishing: Slide stuffed potatoes onto a baking sheet, broil at high temperature for 3-5 minutes until cheese melts into a bubbling golden crust. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Potato Piercing Technique: Ensure thorough fork punctures to prevent potato explosions and promote even cooking, allowing steam to escape during roasting.
- Caramelization Control: Monitor onion browning carefully, adjusting heat to achieve deep golden color without burning, which can introduce bitter flavors.
- Cheese Selection Flexibility: Experiment with different cheese varieties like Gruyère, Swiss, or sharp cheddar to customize flavor profile and suit personal preferences.
- Dietary Adaptation Strategy: Replace butter with olive oil for vegan options, use plant-based cheese alternatives, and consider gluten-free modifications to accommodate various dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg