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Classic Potato and Onion Bake (Boulangère Potatoes)

A classic French-inspired dish made with layers ofthinly sliced potatoes and onions, seasoned with rosemary and baked invegetable broth until golden and tender.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine French-inspired
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 onions thinly sliced
  • 2.6 lb washed potatoes about 6 medium-sized potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or stock

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a medium-sized baking dish with a bit of the butter to prevent sticking.

Prepare the Onions and Potatoes:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the thinly sliced onions and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and slightly golden.
  • Remove from heat.
  • While the onions are cooking, wash and thinly slice the potatoes (about 1/8 inch thick) using a sharp knife or mandoline for even slices.

Layer the Potatoes and Onions:

  • In the greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes evenly across the bottom.
  • Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
  • Spread half of the sautéed onions over the potatoes, followed by half of the chopped rosemary.
  • Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, salt, pepper, onions, and rosemary.

Add the Broth:

  • Pour the vegetable broth or stock evenly over the layered potatoes and onions.
  • Dot the top of the dish with the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter.

Bake:

  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  • After 45 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Serve:

  • Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve as a side dish with roast meats, chicken, or on its own for a hearty vegetarian option.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal
Keyword potato and onion bake
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