Potato Wedges Recipe (JoJo Potatoes)
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Potato Wedges Recipe (JoJo Potatoes)
Description
Potato Wedges Recipe (JoJo Potatoes) uses russet potatoes cut into even wedges for consistent cooking. They are coated thoroughly with olive oil and a seasoning mix including garlic granules, onion granules, paprika, and grated Parmigiano Reggiano which infuses flavor during roasting. Seasoning with coarse salt and black pepper enhances the taste. Baking on parchment-lined trays at 450°F ensures a crisp texture on the outside while keeping the inside soft.
The baking process involves roasting the wedges cut-side down first, then flipping them to brown the other side, yielding a balanced crispness. After removing from the oven, melted unsalted butter is drizzled over the wedges, followed by a garnish of finely minced fresh parsley which adds a fresh herbal note. The final tossing coats the wedges, accentuating their flavor and moisture.
This recipe suits serving as a flavorful side to various main dishes or as a snack with dips. The cheese and butter create a rich contrast to the paprika and spices. The parsley garnish brightens the overall richness.
These wedges are intended to be eaten within an hour for optimal texture. They can be kept warm covered loosely with foil at low oven temperatures for a short time. Preparation ahead includes thorough seasoning and baking techniques that preserve crispness after reheating.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds russet potato
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic granules
- 2 teaspoons onion granules
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- ½ cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese grated
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 2 tablespoons parsley finely minced, fresh
- salt coarse and freshly cracked, to taste
- black pepper coarse and freshly cracked, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°.
- Cut the rinsed and scrubbed potatoes into wedges by cutting them in half, in half again, and in half one more time.
- Next, add them to a bowl and thoroughly mix them with olive oil, garlic granules, onion granules, paprika, cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Place them on a sheet tray lined with parchment paper in a single layer cut side down.
- Bake them in the oven at 450° for 12 to 13 minutes.
- Flip the potatoes over to the other cut side and bake at 450° for 12 to 13 minutes.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and drizzle on melted unsalted butter.
- Garnish with minced parsley and toss to coat.
- Serve the potato wedges with an additional garnish of parsley.
Notes
- Potato wedges are best eaten within an hour of baking for optimal crispness and flavor.
- If needed, keep them warm covered in foil in a low-temperature oven to preserve texture.
- Cut the potatoes evenly to ensure uniform baking and tenderness throughout.
- Use fresh parsley as garnish right before serving to maintain its color and freshness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 366 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 366kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 207mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 997mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 741IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 137mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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