Description
Fondant potatoes are a luxurious side dish that combines crispy, golden edges with a creamy, buttery interior. This classic French recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor from fresh herbs and savory stock. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy family meals, these delightful potatoes will impress your guests and elevate any main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and sliced into 2-inch thick rounds
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp oil.
- Sear the potato slices in melted butter until golden brown on one side, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and thyme around the potatoes, then pour in enough stock to cover half of each slice.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Let cool slightly before serving, drizzling with any remaining broth for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato slice (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg