Here’s a cozy and indulgent recipe for French Onion Stuffed Potatoes – fluffy baked potatoes filled with caramelized onion goodness and topped with gooey melted cheese:
🧅🧀 French Onion Stuffed Potatoes
Ingredients:
4 large russet or baking potatoes
3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
3 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp olive oil
½ tsp sugar (optional, helps caramelize)
½ tsp salt
½ cup beef broth
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or Swiss/Provolone)
½ cup shredded mozzarella (for extra meltiness)
2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Bake the potatoes:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Scrub potatoes, prick with a fork, rub with olive oil and salt.
Bake directly on rack for 50–60 minutes, until skins are crisp and insides tender.
Caramelize onions:
In a skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium-low heat.
Add onions, salt, and sugar; cook slowly, stirring often, until deep golden brown (about 30 minutes).
Deglaze with beef broth and Worcestershire; add thyme. Simmer until thick and jammy.
Prepare potato filling:
Cut a slit lengthwise across each baked potato and carefully scoop out most of the flesh into a bowl (leave a shell).
Mash potato flesh with sour cream, half the Gruyère, and a spoonful of caramelized onions. Season with salt and pepper.
Stuff & top:
Fill potato shells with the mixture.
Top each with more caramelized onions, then sprinkle with Gruyère, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
Bake again:
Place stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
Garnish with parsley and serve hot alongside steak, chicken, or a fresh green salad.
✅ Tips & Variations:
Add cooked shredded beef inside for a full “French Onion Beef & Potato” meal.
For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream when mashing.
Use mini potatoes for appetizer-style bites.
Would you like me to also create a casserole version of this recipe (like French Onion Twice-Baked Potato Casserole for a crowd)?