Description
Indulge in this irresistible French Onion Stuffed Potatoes recipe, featuring caramelized onions, melty cheese, and hearty baked potatoes.
Ingredients
- 4 large baking potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef or vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the potatoes for 50–60 minutes until tender.
- While baking, heat olive oil in a pan, add sliced onions, and cook over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally for 25–30 minutes, adding sugar and a pinch of salt to caramelize.
- Add broth and thyme to the caramelized onions; cook until the liquid is absorbed.
- Once potatoes are done, cut off the tops and scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin border. Mash the scooped potato and mix with caramelized onions, butter, salt, and pepper.
- Fill the potato shells with the mixture and top with cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Swap Gruyère for your favorite cheese if desired.
- Add crispy bacon bits for extra flavor.
- Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg