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Fondant Potatoes: Melting Potatoes Infused with Butter, Garlic, and Thyme Recipe

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Fondant Potatoes, also known as Melting Potatoes, are a rich and velvety side dish infused with the flavors of butter, garlic, and fresh thyme. This elegant recipe features golden-browned potato rounds slow-baked in chicken broth to achieve a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture, making it a perfect holiday side or appetizer.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 4 large Russet potatoes

Seasonings and Fats

  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2-4 garlic cloves, halved
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Liquid

  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the potatoes after searing.
  2. Prepare Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut off both ends. Then, cut each potato in half to create eight rounds, each about 2 inches tall for even cooking.
  3. Season Potatoes: Toss the potato rounds in 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to ensure they are well-coated and flavorful.
  4. Sear Potatoes: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast iron or oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes and sear each side for 6 to 8 minutes until they develop a golden brown crust.
  5. Add Butter, Garlic, and Thyme: Add 4 tablespoons of butter, halved garlic cloves, and fresh thyme sprigs to the skillet. Continue heating until the butter is fully melted, then spoon the melted butter over the potatoes continuously to enhance flavor.
  6. Add Chicken Broth and Boil: Slowly pour 1 cup of chicken broth into the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil on the stovetop. Once boiling, remove the skillet from the heat to prepare for baking.
  7. Bake Potatoes: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the potatoes for 35 to 40 minutes. The potatoes are done when a knife slides easily into their centers, indicating tenderness.
  8. Finish and Garnish: Remove the potatoes from the oven and spoon over the melted butter and pan juices. Garnish with additional thyme, salt, and pepper. Optionally, sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Russet potatoes work best due to their starchy and fluffy texture.
  • Searing each side creates a beautiful golden crust and enhances flavor.
  • You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.
  • Adding Parmesan cheese at the end enhances the richness but is optional.
  • Use an oven-safe skillet like cast iron to transition easily from stovetop to oven.
  • Keep an eye on the liquid level during baking to prevent burning or drying out.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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