Description
Elegant, golden layers of thinly sliced potatoes, baked and pan-seared to perfection. This French-inspired side dish delivers a crisp exterior with a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth interior.
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan for added depth
- Flaky sea salt, for garnish
- Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on all sides.
- Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice potatoes very thin (1/8 inch or less).
- In a large bowl, toss potato slices with melted butter, salt, pepper, thyme, and Parmesan (if using).
- Layer the potatoes evenly in the loaf pan, pressing down lightly every few layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 2 hours until tender. Remove foil and cool completely.
- Once cooled, place a weight on top and refrigerate overnight to compress.
- The next day, lift from pan and slice into squares or rectangles.
- In a skillet, heat oil or butter over medium heat and sear each piece until crisp and golden on all sides.
- Sprinkle with flaky salt and garnish with thyme before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use a mandoline to ensure uniform thin slices.
- Pressing and chilling overnight is key to getting neat, crisp slices.
- Pairs well with roasted meats or as a sophisticated holiday side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg