Potato Fans
Transform your side dish game with these stunning Potato Fans, an eye-catching combination of crispy edges and tender, buttery layers. Also known as Hasselback potatoes, this recipe takes simple russet potatoes and elevates them with a rich blend of melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh thyme, giving every bite a burst of flavor. The genius slicing technique creates thin, fan-like layers that crisp up beautifully in the oven, while a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese, added during the final minutes of baking, offers a luscious, golden finish. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals, these Potato Fans are easy to make and pair well with everything from roasted chicken to grilled vegetables. Enjoy an irresistible blend of textures and flavors that will keep guests coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Medium-sized russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Leave the skins on for added crispiness.
Place each potato on a cutting board. Place two wooden chopsticks or the handles of two wooden spoons parallel to the sides of the potato to act as a guide. Slice the potato crosswise into thin, even slices about 1/8 inch apart, being careful not to cut all the way through (the chopsticks will help prevent this).
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper.
Carefully fan out the potato slices to expose the layers. Using a pastry brush or a small spoon, brush the butter mixture generously in between the slices and over the surface of each potato.
Place the potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden and crisp.
If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it generously over the potatoes during the last 10 minutes of baking to allow it to melt and brown slightly.
Remove the potato fans from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra thyme if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.7 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.7 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2562 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.3 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3871 mg | 82% | |
*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.
