Description
Indulge in the perfect roast potatoes that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. With a golden-brown finish, these potatoes are a delightful addition to any meal, whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy dinner at home. Seasoned simply with olive oil, salt, and pepper, they easily become the star of your table. Follow this easy recipe to create mouthwatering roast potatoes that your family will rave about.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds starchy potatoes (e.g., Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped rosemary or thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel and chop potatoes into 1-2 inch chunks; soak in cold water for 30 minutes.
- Drain and boil in salted water for about 10 minutes until slightly tender.
- Drain again and let steam dry for a minute.
- Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs (if using) until well-coated.
- Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg