🥔 Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) so the potatoes cook evenly and crisp up nicely.
2. Prepare the potatoes
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Wash the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt.
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Slice them into rounds about 1 cm (⅓ inch) thick. You can peel them if you prefer, but leaving the skin adds crispness and flavor.
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Arrange the slices on a parchment-lined or nonstick baking tray.
3. Season the potatoes
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Drizzle the olive oil over the potato slices and spread it evenly with your hands or a brush.
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Add garlic, paprika, thyme or rosemary, salt, and pepper.
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Toss to coat the potatoes well with the seasoning.
4. Bake the potatoes
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Place the tray in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and tender when pierced with a fork.
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Optionally, flip them halfway through to ensure even browning.
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For extra crispiness, raise the temperature to 210°C (410°F) during the last 5–10 minutes.
5. Add the cheese
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Once the potatoes are almost done, take the tray out of the oven.
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Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the rounds.
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Return to the oven for another 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve
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Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh chives or parsley.
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Serve hot as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main with a salad.
🌟 Tips & Variations:
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Cheese options: Want bolder flavor? Try blue cheese or grated parmesan. A mozzarella-cheddar mix is perfect for creaminess.
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Toppings: Add crispy bacon, caramelized onions, or sun-dried tomatoes for more flavor.
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Crispier potatoes: For extra crunch, parboil the slices for 5–7 minutes before baking. This softens the inside and crisps the outside even more.
🧡 Enjoy!
These Baked Potato Rounds with Cheese are a real treat and can be enjoyed in many ways. Whether as a shared appetizer, a side dish, or a comforting snack, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
Will you give them a try? Let me know in the comments how they turned out and if you added any extra ingredients!
Until the next recipe! 🍽️
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