Cheesy Potato Stacks
These Cheesy Potato Stacks feature paper-thin potato slices layered with a rich garlic, cheddar, and Parmesan cream sauce. Baked until crispy on the outside and tender in the center, these golden stacks make a stunning side dish for special dinners or cozy weeknight meals.
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Cheesy Potato Stacks
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Potatoes & Layers: | |
| Medium russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (1/8 inch) | 4 (about 800g) |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Cheese & Cream Mixture: | |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | 1 cup |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | 1/2 cup |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Fresh thyme leaves (optional) | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt and pepper | to taste |
| Optional Toppings: | |
| Fresh parsley, chopped | to taste |
| Extra cheese for sprinkling | to taste |
Step-By-Step Directions:
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Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or a standard muffin tin for individual stacks.
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Prepare potatoes: Using a mandoline slicer, slice the potatoes thinly to a 1/8-inch thickness. Toss the slices with olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
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Make cheese mixture: In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream and minced garlic until heated through. Remove from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, fresh thyme (if using), and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
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Assemble stacks: Layer the potato slices in uniform stacks (about 5 to 6 slices per stack) inside the prepared baking dish or muffin tin, spooning a little of the cheese mixture between the layers. Finish with a generous layer of the cheese mixture on top.
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Bake covered and uncovered: Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until the tops are deeply golden brown and bubbly.
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Rest and serve: Let the hot potato stacks rest in the pan for 5 minutes before serving, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or extra cheese if desired.
