Potato Stacks
Ingredients
- 2 sweet potatoes
medium to large, about 1½ lbs
- 5 Yukon gold potatoes
medium to large, about 1½ lbs
- 12 sprigs thyme
small
- Flaky salt
to top
- 4 1/2 tbsp vegan melted butter or olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
minced
- 2 tbsp dried parsley
- 2 tsp thyme leaves
finely chopped, fresh or dry
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp salt
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400F. Lightly coat a 12-cup muffin tin with spray oil.
- 2
In a bowl, add all of the herb oil ingredients and stir until combined. Set aside.
- 3
Ideally using a mandolin, slice the sweet potatoes and Yukon gold potatoes 1/16th of an inch thick. Put the sweet potatoes in one bowl, and the Yukon golds in another.
- 4
Split the herb oil between the two bowls, and coat the potato slices.
- 5
In each muffin cup, add a sprig of thyme, followed by the sliced potatoes. I make one muffin cup yukon gold, and the next sweet potato. These don't have to look perfect. Stagger the potato slices for good looking stacks, and fill the muffin tins completely as the potatoes will shrink in the oven.
- 6
Add flakey salt on top, and cover with foil. Place in the oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil, and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, until the stacks are crispy. You can broil on high for 2 to 3 minutes at the end, watching closely, to get the crispy stacks you desire.
- 7
Enjoy with more thyme and flakey salt as desired. This is the perfect holiday side dish!
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About this Recipe
Looking for that perfect holiday side dish that truly shines without demanding hours in the kitchen? These Potato Stacks deliver an elegant presentation and layers of flavor, making them an accessible showstopper for any gathering.
This recipe works wonders by combining the creamy texture of Yukon gold potatoes with the subtle sweetness of sweet potatoes, creating a harmonious flavor profile. The secret lies in infusing each delicate layer with aromatic garlic, fresh thyme, and the savory depth of nutritional yeast, all bound together with a generous touch of vegan butter or olive oil. It’s a thoughtful blend that elevates humble potatoes into something truly special.
What you can expect is a delightful medley of tender, melt-in-your-mouth potato slices, each imbued with garlicky, herbaceous goodness. The sweet and savory notes dance on your palate, creating a wonderfully balanced experience. This naturally vegan dish is surprisingly straightforward, requiring just 15 minutes of active preparation before spending 45 minutes in the oven, transforming into golden, fragrant stacks that are as impressive to look at as they are to eat.
Customizing these Potato Stacks is simple. While the combination of sweet and Yukon gold potatoes is excellent, you could experiment with all Yukon golds for a purely savory profile. For a different herb twist, a touch of fresh rosemary could complement the thyme beautifully. If you don't have nutritional yeast, a pinch of onion powder can add a hint of savory depth, though the yeast adds a unique cheesy, umami note.
These Potato Stacks are perfectly suited for holiday feasts, Sunday dinners, or any occasion where you want an impressive yet comforting side. They pair beautifully with roasted vegetables, plant-based roasts, or any celebratory main course. Finish with a sprinkle of flaky salt just before serving for an extra pop of texture and flavor.