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Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks

Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks: Irresistibly Creamy & Crispy

Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks are an elegant comfort food that transforms Yukon Gold potatoes into a gourmet dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 stacks
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stacks
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold Potatoes or Russet or sweet potatoes
  • 1 head Garlic fresh
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or cashew cream for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Butter unsalted
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated, or Pecorino Romano or Gruyère
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for roasting garlic
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or fresh for enhanced flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary or fresh for enhanced flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Mandoline
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it.
    Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks
  2. Prepare the Potatoes: Slice the Yukon Gold potatoes into ¼-inch rounds and soak in cold water for about 5 minutes. Drain and dry thoroughly.
    Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks
  3. Roast the Garlic: Cut the top off a garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, season, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes.
    Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks
  4. Make the Creamy Sauce: Combine heavy cream, melted butter, Parmesan, paprika, thyme, and rosemary in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until thickened.
    Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks
  5. Layer the Potato Slices: Layer potato rounds in the baking dish and pour the creamy cheese mixture evenly over them.
    Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks
  6. Bake the Stacks: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 15-20 minutes.
    Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks
  7. Rest and Garnish: Let the stacks rest for about 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
    Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks

Nutrition

Serving: 1stackCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Stack these potato slices high for an impressive presentation. Follow expert tips on uniform slicing and drying potatoes for the best results.

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