Traditional French Tartiflette

Name: Traditional French Tartiflette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2 pounds starchy potatoes, peeled and sliced into thick rounds; 6 ounces thick cut bacon, chopped; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 1 pound Reblochon cheese or a good substitute like Taleggio, sliced in half horizontally; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

A hearty and comforting Alpine potato bake made with crispy bacon, onions, and lots of melted cheese.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 French· August 14, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

30 minutes

Total

45 minutes

Serves

Tartiflette is a famous potato bake from the French Alps that is perfect for cold weather. It is traditionally made with potatoes, bacon, onions, and a special cheese called Reblochon. Unlike other potato dishes that use cream, this recipe relies on the melting cheese to create a rich and savory sauce that coats every bite.

Since Reblochon can be hard to find outside of France, you can easily substitute it with other washed rind cheeses like Taleggio or Saint Nectaire. These cheeses offer a similar creamy texture and slightly funky flavor that makes this dish truly special. It is a simple meal that feels like a warm hug after a long day.

🧺 Ingredients

2 pounds starchy potatoes, peeled and sliced into thick rounds
6 ounces thick cut bacon, chopped
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 pound Reblochon cheese or a good substitute like Taleggio, sliced in half horizontally
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 390 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Boil the potato slices in salted water for about 8 to 10 minutes until they are just tender but not falling apart, then drain well.
3
While the potatoes cook, heat a large pan over medium heat and fry the bacon until golden and crispy.
4
Add the diced onions to the pan with the bacon fat and cook until they are soft and translucent.
5
Place the cooked potatoes into a baking dish and scatter the bacon and onion mixture over the top, tossing gently to combine.
6
Place your cheese slices on top of the potato mixture, rind side up.
7
Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the top is bubbly and golden brown.
8
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving warm.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can reheat individual portions in the microwave or place the whole dish back in a medium oven until warmed through. Serve this with a crisp green salad and a light vinaigrette to balance out the richness of the cheese.

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