Potato Stack Grilled Cheese

These potato stack grilled cheese bites are a delicate and elegant twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. They make for a perfect appetizer or a delightful side dish, resembling mini, individual pommes Anna with a cheesy twist.

Ingredients:

• 4 small russet potatoes, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup grated Gruyre cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup grated white cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh thyme leaves for garnish optional

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375F 190C

In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced potatoes and melted butter

Season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat evenly

Grease a muffin tin with butter or cooking spray

Layer the potato slices into each muffin cup, creating individual potato stacks

Press down gently to compact them

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and golden brown on top

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes

Carefully remove each potato stack from the muffin tin and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Sprinkle a generous amount of the three cheeses Gruyre, Parmesan, and white cheddar over each potato stack

Return the baking sheet to the oven and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned

Garnish with fresh thyme leaves, if desired

Serve the potato stack grilled cheese immediately, and enjoy the delicate and elegant flavors