Description
Crispy, savory, and budget-friendly roasted potatoes tossed with fresh herbs, garlic, parmesan cheese, and lemon zest. A perfect weeknight side dish that kids love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Russet potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 6–8 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Optional: 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two large sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Wash potatoes and cut into 1-inch cubes. For extra crispiness, soak in cold water for 15-20 minutes, then drain and pat very dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss dried potato cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, dried oregano, and minced garlic until evenly coated.
- Spread potatoes in a single layer on the prepared sheet pans, ensuring they are not touching. Roast for 20 minutes.
- While potatoes roast, mix grated parmesan with lemon zest and half of the lemon juice.
- Remove pans from oven, sprinkle the parmesan-lemon mixture over the potatoes, toss gently to coat, and spread back out in a single layer.
- Return to oven and roast for another 15 minutes, or until cheese is golden brown and potatoes are fork-tender.
- Remove from oven, squeeze remaining lemon juice over the hot potatoes, and sprinkle with fresh parsley if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the pan; use two pans if necessary to ensure potatoes roast rather than steam. Pat potatoes dry thoroughly before tossing with oil to maximize crispiness. Grate your own parmesan for better melting and adherence. For leftovers, reheat in the oven at 400°F to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 280
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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