Description
These crispy parmesan roasted potatoes are the perfect easy weeknight side dish. With just a few pantry ingredients and a simple two-stage roasting method, you get golden, crunchy potatoes that are far superior to frozen fries.
Ingredients
- 3 large russet potatoes (about 2 lbs / 900g), washed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (50g)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large half-sheet baking pan (13×18 inches) with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.
- Place the cubed potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Toss until potatoes are evenly coated and shiny.
- Spread potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching to allow for proper crisping.
- Roast for 15 minutes to dry out the surface and begin cooking.
- Remove pan from oven. Sprinkle freshly grated parmesan evenly over the potatoes. Gently toss to coat the potatoes with cheese.
- Return to oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender and cheese is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 2 minutes to allow cheese to harden slightly.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crispiness, ensure potatoes are in a single layer and not crowded on the pan. Grate your own parmesan cheese; pre-grated cheese contains anti-caking agents that prevent proper crisping. If the cheese browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil. For a vegan version, substitute parmesan with nutritional yeast and add cornstarch to the oil mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 280
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
Keywords: roasted potatoes, parmesan potatoes, crispy potatoes, weeknight dinner, easy side dish, gluten-free side, vegetarian recipe