Perfect Thyme Skillet Potatoes
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4.6
Perfect Thyme Skillet Potatoes
Description
Perfect Thyme Skillet Potatoes use baby potatoes halved and cooked in a mixture of olive oil and unsalted butter. Fresh chopped thyme is added at the beginning to infuse the cooking fat with its subtle herbal aroma. The potatoes are arranged cut side down and cooked over medium heat until golden and crisp. Then they are flipped, covered, and cooked until fork tender. The simple seasoning of salt and black pepper enhances the natural potato flavor alongside the thyme infusion. This recipe focuses on balancing crispy texture with a tender interior.
The cooking method relies on browning to develop a crust on the potatoes, while the covered cooking phase ensures even gentle cooking inside. Using a heavy skillet helps achieve good browning. The finished potatoes can complement meats or vegetables or be served as a comfort side dish.
Leftover thyme skillet potatoes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week and can also be frozen for up to 10 to 12 months, maintaining their flavor and texture when reheated.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 tablespoon thyme chopped, fresh
- 2 pound baby potato cut in half
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
Instructions
- In a large 12 inch skillet heat the olive oil and butter until melted over medium heat.
- When the oil is hot, add the chopped thyme, and stir. This will help infuse the thyme aroma into the oil.
- Arrange the potatoes in the skillet, with the cut side down and cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes or until the potatoes are brown and crisp.
- Turn the potatoes over and cover the skillet with a lid. Continue cooking over medium heat for another 8 to 10 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender. Season with salt and pepper.
- Remove from skillet and serve.
Notes
- Using a cast iron skillet helps achieve an even crisp on the potatoes.
- Store leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These cooked potatoes freeze well and can be kept frozen for 10 to 12 months if stored airtight.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 289 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 289kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 305mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 965mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 258IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 47mg | 52% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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