Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190C). Butter 12 muffin cups and set aside. Cut the potatoes into thin slices.

Step 2

Place potato slices into a large bowl. Add melted butter, Parmesan cheese, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Layer the potato slices into stacks and place in the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle some freshly ground black pepper.

Step 4

Bake until the edges and tops are golden brown and the centers are tender, 55 minutes to 1 hour.

Step 5

Remove from the oven, let them rest for 5 minutes then remove from pan and garnish with parmesan cheese and thyme.