Description
This Golden Potato and Balsamic Torte with Fresh Thyme is a delightful dish that elevates the humble potato into a sophisticated and flavorful creation. Layers of thinly sliced golden potatoes are interspersed with a savory balsamic onion mixture, all baked to golden perfection with a crispy top. Perfect as a vegetarian main or an elegant side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Torte:
- 2 lbs golden potatoes (thinly sliced)
- 1 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- Nonstick spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan or round baking dish.
- Sauté Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the red onion in olive oil until soft and slightly caramelized. Add balsamic vinegar and thyme, cook for another 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Prepare Potatoes: Toss thinly sliced potatoes with melted butter, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl.
- Layer Potatoes: Layer half of the potatoes in the pan, overlap them slightly. Spread the balsamic onion mixture over the first layer, then top with the remaining potatoes, pressing down gently to compact.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15–20 minutes until golden and crispy on top. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh thyme.
Notes
- Use a mandoline slicer for uniform potato slices.
- Yukon Gold potatoes are recommended for a creamy texture and beautiful color.
- Serve as a savory vegetarian main or an elegant side dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
