Description
Elevate your dinner table with this Crispy Balsamic Potato Torte — a dish that looks gourmet but is refreshingly simple to make. Thinly sliced layers of potatoes are brushed with a balsamic-garlic herb butter, baked to golden perfection, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh thyme. This savory, crispy-on-the-outside and tender-inside masterpiece is perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or cozy family meals. It’s gluten-free, made with whole ingredients, and pairs beautifully with meats, greens, or even soups. Whether you’re seeking new dinner ideas, a side dish with flair, or quick comfort food, this easy recipe has you covered.
Ingredients
900g Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes using a mandoline or sharp knife.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter with olive oil. Add garlic, balsamic vinegar, and thyme. Simmer for 2 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a cast-iron skillet or baking dish with the infused butter mixture.
4. Layer the potato slices in overlapping circles, brushing each layer with the butter mixture. Season each layer with salt, pepper, and Parmesan (if using).
5. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
6. Remove foil and bake an additional 20–25 minutes until the top is golden and crispy.
7. Rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra thyme and sea salt.
Notes
Use a mandoline for uniform thin slices — this helps achieve that restaurant-quality crispness.
For a dairy-free version, skip the Parmesan and use all olive oil in place of butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: potato recipe, crispy torte, balsamic potatoes, easy side dish, elegant potato bake