Caramelized Onion & Gruyère Scalloped Potatoes
Caramelized Onion & Gruyère Scalloped Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, blending tender layers of Yukon Gold potatoes with sweet caramelized onions and rich Gruyère cheese in a luscious cream sauce. This dish is not only visually stunning but also delivers unforgettable flavors that will impress your family and friends at any gathering. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive occasions, these scalloped potatoes are sure to steal the show.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 large sweet onions (Vidalia or Walla Walla), thinly sliced
- 1 ½ cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown and caramelized (about 15 minutes).
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes; season with salt and pepper. Top with half of the caramelized onions and half of the Gruyère cheese. Repeat layers.
- Pour heavy cream evenly over layered ingredients, then cover with foil.
- Bake for 45 minutes until potatoes are tender. Remove foil for the last 15 minutes to achieve a golden top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate sautéed mushrooms or cooked bacon between potato layers. Customize by using different cheeses like cheddar or fontina.