Savory scalloped potatoes

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2teaspoonsOlive oil; extra-virgin preferred
1Onion; thinly sliced
1Garlic clove; minced
3Potatoes, with skins on, cut in 1/4\" slices
1tablespoonFresh thyme; chopped, or substitute other fresh herbs or dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
cupChicken broth
1tablespoonParmesan; shredded

Directions

Preheat oven to 425F. Oil a wide, shallow baking dish. Heat the olive oil in a saute pan over medium high heat. Saute the onion and garlic until translucent. Place the sliced potatoes in the baking dish. Add the onion-garlic-oil mixture and the thyme, salt and pepper. Pour the chicken broth over the top and sprinkle with the parmesan. Bake for 40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.

From chef Joseph Hajdu of the Hallmark in Chicago. Christie Aspegren, September 93 Round Robin.