Hasselback Potatoes with Herbs and Cheddar Cheese Recipe
This classic Hasselback Potato recipe features thinly sliced potatoes baked to crispy perfection with melted butter, fresh herbs, and a cheesy topping. It’s an impressive yet easy side dish that combines a crispy exterior with a tender inside, enhanced by savory cheddar and parmesan cheeses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 medium-sized potatoes
Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
- 2–3 Tablespoons butter (melted)
- 2–3 Tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, sage, chives, or other herbs) or 2-3 teaspoons dried herbs
Cheese Topping
- 4 Tablespoons cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 Tablespoons parmesan cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it is hot enough to crisp the potatoes during baking.
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. If you prefer, or if the skin is tough, peel the potatoes to your liking.
- Slice Potatoes: Thinly slice each potato about ¾ of the way through, making sure not to cut all the way through so the potato stays intact. These slices should be evenly spaced to allow for even cooking and crisping.
- Season and Butter: Place the sliced potatoes in a baking dish and gently fan them open a little. Sprinkle kosher salt evenly over the potatoes, drizzle melted butter all over, and then scatter the chopped fresh or dried herbs on top.
- Bake Potatoes: Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. This allows the potatoes to cook through and the edges to become crispy.
- Add Cheese and Finish Baking: After 50 minutes, sprinkle cheddar and parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted, golden, and the potatoes are cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- To help potatoes cut evenly, place chopsticks or wooden spoons on either side of the potato while slicing to avoid cutting all the way through.
- You can customize the herbs according to your preference; rosemary and chives also pair well.
- Using a mix of cheeses enhances flavor; feel free to try other melting cheeses like mozzarella or gruyere.
- For extra crispiness, you can brush the potatoes with olive oil instead of butter.
- Ensure the potatoes are medium-sized for even cooking; very large potatoes may need additional baking time.
- Leftover Hasselback potatoes can be reheated in an oven or toaster oven to maintain crisp texture.
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