Description
Delightfully cheesy and aromatic, these Gruyere and Thyme Stacked Potatoes feature thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes layered with a savory blend of Gruyere, Parmesan, fresh thyme, and garlic, baked to golden perfection in muffin tins. Perfect as a comforting side dish for any occasion, they offer a crispy, melty, and fragrant potato experience that’s both elegant and simple to make.
Ingredients
Cheese Mixture
- 1 ½ cups Gruyere cheese (thinly shredded)
- ⅔ cup Parmesan cheese (thinly shredded)
- 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme (finely chopped) or 1 ¼ teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 to 1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt (halve for fine salt)
- 2-4 cloves garlic (minced)
Potatoes
- 1 ½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (unpeeled and thinly sliced 1/16-⅛ inch)
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Optionally, lightly grease 12 muffin tins, especially if they are not non-stick, to prevent sticking.
- Make Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded Gruyere, Parmesan, chopped fresh thyme (or dried thyme), kosher salt, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute flavors.
- Prepare Potatoes: In a large bowl, coat the thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes with melted butter. Use your clean hands to gently toss and ensure every slice is evenly buttered.
- Assemble Potato Stacks: In a 12-cup muffin tin, begin layering 4 potato slices followed by approximately half a teaspoon of the cheese mixture. Repeat this layering process (4 potato slices, then cheese) until the stacks rise above the rim of the tin, typically about 4 layers, finishing with cheese on top.
- Bake Covered: Tent the muffin tin loosely with foil to cover the stacks and bake for 15 minutes. This allows the potatoes to begin steaming and cooking through gently.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for another 25 to 30 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender and the tops and edges are golden brown and bubbling. Adjust the baking time based on how thinly the potatoes were sliced and the height of the stacks.
- Serve: Use a spoon to carefully scoop out each potato stack from the tin. Garnish with extra fresh thyme if desired, and serve warm as a savory side dish.
Notes
- Using unpeeled Yukon Gold potatoes adds extra texture and flavor, but you can peel them if you prefer.
- The height of the stacks affects cooking time; thinner slices and shorter stacks may cook faster.
- For a nuttier flavor, use fresh thyme; dried thyme is a good substitute if fresh is unavailable.
- Make sure to butter the potatoes thoroughly to prevent them from drying out during baking.
- If your muffin tin is not non-stick, greasing it will make removing the potato stacks easier.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
