Description
Potato Stacks with Garlic Herb Butter are a delightful side dish that combines the comforting flavors of crispy baked potatoes with a luscious garlic herb butter. Each stack is carefully layered for an eye-catching presentation, making them perfect for any occasion—from casual family dinners to elegant gatherings. Not only do they offer a satisfying crunch, but they’re also simple to prepare, allowing even novice cooks to impress their guests. With just a handful of everyday ingredients, you can elevate your meal with these gourmet-looking stacks that are sure to be a hit at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized russet potatoes
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the potatoes, then slice them thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Grease a muffin tin and stack potato slices in each cup, slightly overlapping them.
- Drizzle the prepared garlic herb butter over each stack and sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and fork-tender.
- Allow to cool briefly before removing from the tin; garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (approx. 85g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg