Description
Galette Potatoes are a classic, rustic potato dish featuring thinly sliced red potatoes layered in a butter, garlic, and herb mixture, then baked to a golden, crispy perfection. This dish combines the rich flavors of butter and fresh herbs with a tender, crispy potato texture, perfect as a comforting side for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasoning
- 6 medium red potatoes (about 2 pounds)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Herb Butter Mixture
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives (cut into small pieces)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing skillet)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the galette potatoes.
- Prepare Herb Butter Mixture: Melt the salted butter and mix it with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, chopped chives, and parsley until well combined.
- Slice Potatoes: Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, thinly slice the red potatoes evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Coat Potatoes: Place the sliced potatoes into a large bowl and thoroughly coat them with the prepared butter and herb mixture, ensuring each slice is well flavored.
- Grease Skillet: Use the additional tablespoon of olive oil to generously grease a cast iron skillet, covering the bottom and sides to prevent sticking.
- Layer Potatoes: Arrange the potato slices in the skillet, overlapping them in a concentric circular pattern. Sprinkle each layer with salt and pepper to season evenly.
- Continue Layering: Repeat layering the sliced potatoes and seasoning until all the potatoes are used, building a thick, even layer in the skillet.
- Add Remaining Butter Mixture: Scrape any remaining butter and herb mixture from the bowl and pour it evenly over the top layer of potatoes for extra flavor and moisture.
- Bake: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 60 to 80 minutes, until potatoes are tender and the edges are golden brown and crispy.
- Check Doneness: Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and gently pull back the top layer of potatoes in the center to check if they are cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the galette from the skillet, sprinkle with additional fresh herbs if desired, and slice into wedges for serving.
Notes
- This galette potato dish uses a simple combination of butter, garlic, and herbs to create a flavorful and crispy side dish.
- Using a cast iron skillet ensures even cooking and a crispy crust on the potatoes.
- Make sure to slice the potatoes uniformly for even cooking.
- Adjust the baking time based on your oven and potato thickness for the perfect texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 477 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
