Description
Crispy roast potatoes are the ultimate side dish that elevates any meal with their golden-brown crunch and fluffy interior. This easy recipe ensures perfectly roasted potatoes every time, perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. With just a few ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs starchy potatoes (like Russets or Yukon Gold)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh herbs (optional, like rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel (if desired) and chop the potatoes into even one-inch chunks.
- Boil the potato chunks in salted water for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
- Drain and let the potatoes sit in a colander for 5 minutes to dry.
- In a large bowl, combine the dried potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Gently toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg