Cheesy Potato Stacks

Ingredients:

• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Grease a muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
2. Prepare the Potatoes:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
   • Add the potato slices to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the butter mixture.
3. Assemble the Stacks:
   • Layer the potato slices into each muffin cup, stacking them to the top.
   • Sprinkle a little cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese between layers as you stack the potatoes.
4. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and golden brown on the edges.
5. Add More Cheese:
   • Remove the muffin tin from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese on top of each stack.
   • Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Allow the cheesy potato stacks to cool for a few minutes in the muffin tin before removing them.
   • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Enjoy your cheesy potato stacks as a delicious side dish or appetizer!