French onion flavor isn’t just for soup anymore. When Vidalia® Sweet Onions meets the buttery richness of smashed potatoes, something magical happens. Enter French Onion Smashed Potatoes – a warm, craveable side dish that feels indulgent but is rooted in real, wholesome ingredients. The stars of this dish? Klondike Gourmet® Mini Red Potatoes and Vidalia® Sweet Onions, both from the trusted team at Green Giant™ Fresh Potatoes & Onions.

French Onion Smashed Potatoes are all about layers of texture, flavor, and slow-cooked comfort. Boiled and roasted Klondike Gourmet® Mini Red Potatoes create a creamy, crispy base that’s irresistible. Piled high with sweet, caramelized Vidalia® Sweet Onions and finished with melty cheese and fresh herbs, it’s a side dish that steals the spotlight. These potatoes aren’t just delicious, they’re incredibly versatile. Serve them alongside a perfectly grilled steak, a roasted chicken, or even as a hearty vegetarian centerpiece.

Green Giant™ Fresh Klondike Gourmet® Mini Reds are petite in size but bold in flavor. Their thin, red skin adds a beautiful color contrast and holds up well to roasting and smashing with no peeling required! Inside, the creamy texture and subtly sweet taste shine through with every bite. Even better, potatoes are naturally fat-free and a good source of vitamin C. They’re packed with potassium, which supports heart health and muscle function, and they contain dietary fiber especially when you leave the skin on (which you should in this recipe!).

No French onion-inspired dish would be complete without the unmistakable sweetness of Vidalia® Sweet Onions. Grown only in a small region of Georgia, these seasonal favorites have a uniquely mild flavor thanks to the region’s low-sulfur soil and perfect growing conditions. Vidalia® Sweet Onions don’t just bring sweetness and depth, they’re also a natural source of antioxidants like quercetin and vitamin C. Onions also offer prebiotic fiber, which helps support gut health and digestion.

When you cook with Green Giantâ„¢ Fresh Potatoes & Onions, you know you're getting fresh, high-quality produce grown by expert farmers. From weeknight meals to weekend gatherings, these ingredients help you create dishes that are both nourishing and memorable.

So go ahead and smash those potatoes, pile on the caramelized onions, and dig into comfort food that delivers on both flavor and feel-good goodness.

French Onion Smashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs Green Giantâ„¢ Fresh Klondike Gourmet® Mini Red Potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and freshly cracked black pepper

• 2 large Green Giantâ„¢ Fresh Vidalia® Sweet Onions, thinly sliced
• 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar (optional, for depth)
• Salt, to taste

• 11/2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme or parsley (or a mix)

Instructions:

1. Add potatoes to a large pot, cover with cold water, and season with salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
2. In a large dutch oven over medium-high heat, melt 4 Tbsp. butter. Add sliced onions and stir to coat in butter. Cook with the lid on for ten minutes. Remove lid, stir onions, and cook with the lid on for 10 more minutes. Note: The onions should not be browning or burning at this point. If onions are starting to crisp, reduce the heat. Remove the lid and reduce heat to low. Add a pinch of salt and stir onions. Cook for another 10 minutes. At this point the onions should be very soft and golden brown, but not crispy. Turn off the heat, and add 1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar and stir. Set aside.
3. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place cooked potatoes on the sheet. Use the bottom of a glass or potato masher to gently smash each potato. Drizzle with olive oil or spray lightly with cooking spray and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until crispy and golden on the edges.
4. Spoon caramelized onions over each smashed potato. Sprinkle generously with Gruyere cheese. Return to oven for 5–8 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Sprinkle with fresh thyme or parsley before serving. Serve hot as a savory side or appetizer!

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