Cheesy French Onion Mashed Potatoes
Transform your side dish game with these Cheesy French Onion Mashed Potatoes, a decadent fusion of comfort food and gourmet flavors. Creamy mashed Russet potatoes are elevated with rich, caramelized yellow onions deglazed in beef broth, creating a deeply savory, French onion-inspired base. Blended with heaps of melted Gruyère cheese and a splash of heavy cream, this dish is irresistibly cheesy and lusciously smooth. A golden topping of Gruyère and a sprinkling of fresh parsley add the perfect finishing touches, making it ideal for an indulgent family dinner or a special holiday feast. Ready in just under an hour, this recipe is a show-stopping side that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or hearty vegetables.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons Butter
- 2 large Yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes into uniform chunks for even cooking. Place them in a large pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the caramelized onions. Slice the onions thinly. Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 25-30 minutes, or until the onions are deeply golden and caramelized.
Deglaze the skillet with beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Mash the potatoes until smooth or at your preferred texture.
Stir in the caramelized onions and 1 cup of shredded Gruyère cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and fully incorporated.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish, and sprinkle the top with the remaining 0.5 cup of Gruyère cheese. Garnish with chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Serve warm and enjoy the cheesy, savory goodness of French Onion Mashed Potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3648 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.0 g | 297% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.1 g | 636% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 617 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 5161 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.0 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.9 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 90.1 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1824 mg | 140% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 7617 mg | 162% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
