Cozy French Onion Potato Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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Two pounds (about 900 grams) of potatoes that are high in starch, like Yukon Golds or Russets—great for smooth and velvety results
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Two big sweet onions (think Vidalia or Walla Walla), finely sliced into thin rings
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A cup of thick, luxurious heavy cream
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A heaping 1½ cups of Gruyère cheese with its nutty flavor, freshly grated
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Some sprigs of fragrant fresh thyme
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Sea salt crystals and freshly cracked black pepper to your liking
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2 tablespoons of butter for that extra richness
# Instructions:
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Start by cranking up your oven to 375°F (190°C). This gives everything the ideal balance of creamy insides and crispy, golden toppings.
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Melt that butter in your skillet over medium heat, then add your thinly sliced onions. Stir now and then for 15-20 minutes until they're soft, golden, and smell incredible.
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While your onions soften, slice those potatoes thinly (around 1/8 inch is best). Toss them in a bowl with heavy cream, a sprinkle of salt, a little pepper, and some thyme leaves.
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Grab your baking dish and oil or grease it lightly. Layer half your creamy potatoes across the bottom. Follow that with a layer of caramelized onions. Repeat the layering, then cover it all with shredded Gruyère cheese on top.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. After that, pull off the foil and let it bake another 15-20 minutes until it's golden and bubbly on top.
# Notes:
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You can make this entire dish a day in advance. Cover it and refrigerate, then bake when you're ready to serve.
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If Gruyère isn’t available, Swiss cheese works really well as a swap!
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To ensure the potatoes cook evenly, slice them to an even thickness—aim for about 1/8 inch.