Buttery Potato Fans
Transform your ordinary potatoes into a show-stopping side dish with these irresistible Buttery Potato Fans! Featuring tender Russet potatoes sliced into delicate, accordion-like layers, this recipe marries creamy, melted butter with a hint of garlic and thyme for an aromatic treat that’s both crispy at the edges and soft at the center. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, these golden-brown beauties get an optional Parmesan topping for an extra layer of indulgence. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a slick slicing trick using chopsticks, this dish strikes the perfect balance between elegance and ease. Serve as a stunning accompaniment to any meal or let them shine on their own—these Buttery Potato Fans are sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 sprig Fresh thyme (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a rack in the middle of the oven.
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Place a potato on a cutting board. Using two chopsticks or wooden spoons placed parallel to the potato on both sides, thinly slice the potato approximately 1/8-inch apart, being careful not to cut all the way through. The chopsticks will help stop the knife. Repeat with all potatoes.
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add olive oil, minced garlic (optional for added flavor), and thyme. Heat for 1–2 minutes to infuse the butter with the aroma, then remove from heat.
Place the sliced potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Fan the slices slightly apart with your fingers to expose the insides.
Brush the melted butter mixture generously over and in between the potato slices. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove the baking sheet, baste the potatoes with more of the melted butter, and continue roasting for another 15–20 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes in the last 5 minutes of baking to add a savory, cheesy touch.
Remove the potatoes from the oven and serve hot as a side dish. Garnish with extra thyme or herbs, if desired. Enjoy your Buttery Potato Fans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
519 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.1 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 617 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1479 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
