Description
Crispy Parmesan Potato Stacks showcase golden layers of thinly sliced potatoes baked to perfection in a muffin tin. Herb-infused and cheese-crowned, these elegant potato towers deliver irresistible crunch and rich flavor that will delight you at first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Cheese:
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid and Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- Optional: 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and thoroughly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Wash potatoes and use a sharp mandoline or knife to slice them into uniformly thin rounds, approximately 1/8-inch thick.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper, creating a fragrant seasoning mixture.
- Gently toss potato slices in the seasoned oil, ensuring each slice is evenly coated and seasoned.
- Layer potato slices vertically in the muffin tin, alternating and stacking them to create compact, elegant towers.
- Drizzle melted butter and heavy cream over each potato stack, allowing the liquid to seep between the layers.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheese generously over each potato stack, covering the tops completely.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until potato edges turn crispy and golden brown and the centers become tender.
- Remove from oven and let stacks rest for 5 minutes to set and cool slightly.
- Carefully remove potato stacks from muffin tin using a small offset spatula or fork.
- Garnish with freshly chopped chives for an added burst of color and flavor before serving immediately.
Notes
- Ensure uniform potato slices using a mandoline for consistent cooking and crispy texture.
- Grease muffin tin generously to prevent sticking and achieve easy removal of potato stacks.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like gruyère or cheddar for unique flavor profiles.
- Use a dairy-free alternative like coconut cream and nutritional yeast for vegan adaptation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 42 mg