Description
Crispy, golden roast potatoes seasoned to perfection — a simple yet comforting side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic (optional)
- Fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks.
- Place the potatoes in a pot of cold salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for about 10 minutes until slightly tender.
- Drain the potatoes and steam dry for a few minutes.
- Toss the potatoes in olive oil, salt, pepper, and any herbs or garlic if using.
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for about 30-40 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Use quality olive oil for the best flavor, and experiment with different potato varieties for unique textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: roasted potatoes, side dish, comfort food, holiday recipe, crispy potatoes