Roasted Baby Potato Recipe
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Roasted Baby Potato Recipe
Description
Roasted Baby Potato Recipe uses small potatoes halved and coated with a blend of garlic powder, Italian herbs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. The potatoes are arranged cut side down on an oiled sheet pan and generously spritzed with olive oil before baking at 400°F in the center of the oven. This produces crispy, golden bottoms and tender interiors as the seasoning infuses the potatoes during roasting.
The garlic powder and Italian seasoning add earthy and aromatic notes, while the grated cheese contributes a nuanced salty richness. The potatoes' natural creaminess complements the crunchy exterior, creating a pleasant textural contrast. Despite the simple ingredients, the careful layering of flavors elevates these roasted potatoes beyond a basic roast.
This recipe suits dinner sides alongside roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or fresh salads. It is straightforward to prepare and adapts well to different small potato varieties. The cooking time varies depending on potato size, with 30 to 40 minutes recommended.
Larger potatoes require more time to reach tenderness, so monitor doneness to avoid undercooking. For best results, serve warm to retain the crisp surface texture.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes red, Yukon gold or multi-color, small
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons Italian seasoning dried
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Pecorino Romano cheese grated, or Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more for topping)
- black pepper ground
- olive oil spray form
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F and set the rack for the center of the oven. Cut the potatoes in half.
- Drizzle the olive oil on the bottom of the sheet pan, spreading out to evenly cover the bottom.
- Evenly sprinkle the oil with the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, grated cheese, salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes over the seasoning, cut side down in an even layer. Spritz the tops of the potatoes with olive oil spray and season the tops with a pinch more salt.
- Bake in the center of the oven, 30 to 40 minutes, depending on the size of the potatoes, until the bottoms are golden and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife.
Notes
- Use potatoes of similar size for even cooking and consistent doneness.
- Adjust baking time for larger potatoes by adding 5 to 10 minutes as needed to ensure softness.
- Olive oil spray helps achieve a crispy skin without overly greasing the pan.
- Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the golden crisp texture on the cut sides.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3/4 cup (scant) | |
| Calories | 150kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7.5g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1.5mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 166.5mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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