Creating French Onion Potatoes is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Potatoes: Wash and peel the potatoes. Slice them into thin rounds and set aside.
3. Caramelize Onions: In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
4. Season Onions: Stir in the garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
5. Layer Potatoes: In a greased baking dish, layer half of the potato slices at the bottom. Pour half of the caramelized onion mixture on top.
6. Add Broth: Pour half of the beef broth over the layered potatoes and onions.
7. Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process with the remaining potatoes, onions, and broth.
8. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded Gruyere cheese evenly over the top layer.
9. Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
10. Uncover and Brown: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
11. Garnish: Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

With these easy steps, you’ll create a dish that is as comforting as it is delicious!