French Onion Potato Bake

French Onion Potato Bake is a comforting and hearty dish that brings together the rich, savory flavors of French onion soup with tender potatoes. This easy-to-make casserole features layers of creamy, cheesy potatoes smothered in a rich French onion-inspired sauce. Topped with crispy cheese and baked to perfection, it’s a dish that’s both indulgent and satisfying. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish for a family meal or as a main course, French Onion Potato Bake is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.

INGREDIENTS:

2.75 lbs (1.25 kg) white potatoes, peeled and cut into 1.5-inch chunks

3.5 tbsp (50g) unsalted butter, diced

1 garlic clove, thinly sliced

1.5 oz (40g) French onion soup mix (1 packet)

1.5 cups (375 ml) boiling water

2 sprigs fresh rosemary

1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil

2 medium brown onions, thinly sliced

1 tbsp (15 ml) brown sugar

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Additional fresh rosemary (optional, for garnish)

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

In a large roasting pan, toss potatoes with diced butter and garlic. Sprinkle with soup mix and pour in the boiling water. Add rosemary sprigs. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

Bake for 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

While potatoes bake, caramelize the onions:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low. Add onions and cook for 10 minutes. Add brown sugar and continue cooking for 5 more minutes until golden and soft.

Spoon caramelized onions over the potatoes. Return to oven for 10 more minutes, or until everything is tender and lightly golden.

Remove rosemary sprigs before serving. Garnish with fresh rosemary if desired. Serve hot!