Preheat oven to 425°F.

In a large pot, cover potatoes with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Simmer until potatoes are tender. Drain and allow to cool to the touch.

Melt butter and mix with garlic and thyme. Toss potatoes in the butter mixture.

Place potatoes on baking sheet. Using the bottom of a jar or glass, press potatoes to flatten them into patties.

I poured the remaining butter on top of the potatoes. Season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with parmesan.

Bake until potato bottoms are starting to crisp, about 25 minutes.