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Herbed Pommes Anna

Herbed Pommes Anna

Herbed Pommes Anna is a traditional French dish of layered potatoes that are creamy on the inside with a crisp exterior. Discover the best recipe for Herbed Pommes Anna.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Side Dish
Cuisine French
Servings 6

Equipment

  • mandoline slicer
  • large skillet, preferably cast iron

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 pounds Russet potatoes peeled and sliced
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1 1/2 tsp sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Slice the potatoes into thin even slices 1/8 inch thick using a mandoline or knife.
  • In a small saucepan melt the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and thyme and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute then remove from heat.
  • Coat the bottom of the skillet with 1 tables spoon of the melted butter. Layer 1/3 of the potato slices in a circular pattern, brush with the herb buttered mixture and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt. Repeat this with 2 additional layers of potato slices, butter and salt.
  • Cover the skillet with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until golden.
  • To serve invert onto a serving platter and slice in to wedges. Alternatively you can just cut and serve directly from the skillet.
Keyword French side dish, potatoes
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