Boulangere Potatoes Savoury Potato and Onion Bake

Transform your next meal with the rustic charm of Boulangère Potatoes, a classic savoury potato and onion bake that's as comforting as it is delicious. This French-inspired dish layers thinly sliced waxy potatoes with sweet caramelized onions, aromatic garlic, fresh thyme, and buttery richness, all gently baked in a fragrant broth of chicken or vegetable stock. The result? A creamy yet crisp-topped side dish that's perfect for pairing with roasted meats, poultry, or vegetarian mains. With its golden, melt-in-your-mouth potato layers and earthy herbaceous notes, this hearty bake is ideal for holiday feasts or simple weeknight dinners. Ready in under two hours, this one-dish wonder is the perfect balance of elegance and ease. Keywords: boulangère potatoes, savoury potato bake, French side dish, potato and onion casserole, comforting recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 800 grams Potatoes (waxy variety, such as Yukon Gold)
• 2 large Onions
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 30 grams Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 2 Bay leaves
• 500 milliliters Chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly (approximately 3-4mm thick) using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.

Step 3

Peel the onions, cut them in half, and slice them thinly.

Step 4

Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

In a large ovenproof skillet or casserole dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 7

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish (or similar) with the butter, ensuring it is evenly spread across the base and sides.

Step 8

Layer one-third of the sliced potatoes into the baking dish. Sprinkle with a small amount of salt, pepper, and a few thyme leaves.

Step 9

Spread half of the sautéed onions over the potato layer.

Step 10

Repeat the layering process with the next one-third of potatoes, the remaining onions, and some salt, pepper, and thyme.

Step 11

Finish with the last layer of potatoes neatly arranged in overlapping rows. Sprinkle with the remaining salt, pepper, and thyme, and tuck the bay leaves into the dish.

Step 12

Carefully pour the chicken or vegetable stock over the potatoes, ensuring the liquid reaches just below the top layer (add more stock if needed).

Step 13

Dot the top of the potatoes with small pieces of the remaining butter for extra richness.

Step 14

Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes.

Step 15

After 60 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes to allow the top to become golden and crispy.

Step 16

Remove from the oven, discard the bay leaves, and let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 17

Serve warm as a side dish for roasted meats, poultry, or a vegetarian main.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(876.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1106.5

Total Fat 54.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 66.4mg	0%
Sodium 2416.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 6.5g
Protein 17.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126.5mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 3503.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.1%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 50.9%