Description
Roasted potatoes are the quintessential side dish that elevates any meal with their golden, crispy exterior and fluffy interior. A perfect combination of simplicity and flavor, they are easy to prepare and pair well with virtually any main course. Picture a platter of these deliciously seasoned spuds, calling your name as they emerge from the oven, promising to delight your taste buds at every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and cut potatoes into even bite-sized chunks.
- In a large bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
- Spread potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- In the last five minutes, add fresh herbs for an aromatic finish.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (75g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different herbs or spices to customize your flavor. For extra crispiness, ensure the potatoes are well spaced out on the baking sheet.