Description
Crispy, golden roasted baby potatoes seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and paprika, finished with a melted Parmesan cheese crust. This easy oven-baked side dish delivers tender insides with perfectly crisp edges, ideal for complementing any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds baby potatoes (or small Yukon gold or red potatoes), halved or quartered
Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or thyme)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Finishing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove dirt. Depending on size, cut the potatoes in halves or quarters to promote even cooking.
- Toss with Seasonings: In a large mixing bowl, combine the potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss well to fully coat each piece evenly with the seasonings.
- Arrange for Roasting: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, placing the cut side down to maximize crispiness.
- Roast the Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Roast for 30-35 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure all sides become golden and crispy while the interior becomes tender.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan evenly over the potatoes during the final 5 minutes of roasting. Continue baking until the cheese melts and crisps up, creating a delicious crust.
- Serve: Remove the potatoes from the oven. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- Using small, evenly sized potatoes ensures uniform cooking and crispiness.
- Flipping the potatoes halfway through roasting helps achieve an even golden crust.
- For extra flavor, fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can be used in place of dried.
- Serving immediately maintains the crisp texture; leftovers can be reheated in the oven to restore crispness.
- Parmesan cheese adds a salty, nutty flavor and crispy texture; you can substitute with Pecorino Romano if preferred.
