Description

These personalized cheesy potato casseroles are delightful single-serving stacks of thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes layered with Parmesan cheese and seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and herbs. Baked in buttered muffin tins, they create a beautiful, crispy golden-brown presentation perfect for parties or as a side dish to complement rich mains like slow-cooked lamb or pot roast.

Ingredients

Scale

Potato Mixture

5 pounds medium size Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and sliced into ⅛ inch rounds
4 tablespoons melted butter (divided use)
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (divided use)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the potato stacks.
Prepare Muffin Tins: Using 1-2 tablespoons of melted butter, thoroughly butter 12 muffin cups to prevent sticking and add flavor.
Toss Potato Slices: Place the thinly sliced potatoes in a large bowl. Add the remaining melted butter, 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and white pepper. Toss all ingredients together to evenly coat the potato slices.
Assemble Potato Stacks: Layer the coated potato slices into stacks approximately 1½ inches tall and carefully place each stack into the buttered muffin cups.
Bake: Bake the potato stacks uncovered for about 1 hour, or until the edges and tops turn golden brown and the centers are tender when pierced with a fork.
Rest and Garnish: Remove the muffin tray from the oven and let the stacks rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley on top before serving.

Notes

Use a mandoline slicer for uniformly thin potato slices to ensure even cooking.
Ensure the potato stacks are packed about 1½ inches tall in each muffin cup for ideal serving size and crispy edges.
Letting the stacks rest after baking helps them set and makes them easier to remove from the tins.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cheesy potato casserole, Parmesan potato stacks, party appetizer, baked potato cups, Yukon Gold potato recipe