Garlic Parmesan Roast Potatoes

Potatoes—God’s little gift right from the dirt. These Garlic Parmesan Roast Potatoes are like the best mash-up of a savory dream and a crunchy snack. They combine that earthy potato goodness with the dynamic duo of garlic and parmesan cheese to bless your taste buds. Try them once, and you might find your new favorite comfort food; they’re the crispy spuds you didn’t know you’ve been craving.

Alright, let me tell you something. My family gobbles these up faster than I can keep track. It’s chaos, but the good kind. Even my husband, who’s usually more of a steak guy, can’t resist the call of that crispy potato goodness. We made these one random Tuesday night when the fridge looked bleak, and now, we can’t go a week without ’em. They’ve become our meal time superhero, swooping in and stealing the show.

How to Make It

Oh, you’re gonna go wild for how easy these are. Start by chopping your potatoes into smallish, bite-sized pieces, something you can snag on a fork but not so big that they take forever to cook. We drown them in olive oil, salt, pepper, and just a little garlic powder to get things rolling. Stick them in the oven until they’re golden brown, about 30 minutes if you’re patient—but let’s be real, I usually crank it up to get that crisp going faster. Oh, and don’t forget to add that Parmesan magic in the last few minutes. Gets all melty and wonderful!

✔Ingredient Notes

– Potatoes: Yukon Golds are my MVP, but any will do. Just don’t go all rogue with sweet potatoes unless you’re into sweet-garlic combos.
– Garlic: Freshly minced if you’re fancy, but powder works. One time I ran out and used onion powder… nobody noticed.
– Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated because you deserve it. The smell alone is worth it.

✔Recipe Steps

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Chop potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
3. Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread them out on a baking sheet.
5. Roast for about 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway.
6. Sprinkle with Parmesan and get them back in the oven until bubbly.

What to Serve It With

Stack them up next to a juicy burger or a slice of roast chicken. Or stir them into a salad. I’ve even had them for brunch—no judgment here.

✔Tips & Mistakes

Watch that garlic doesn’t burn; it goes bitter fast. Also, spreading the potatoes out gives them room to crisp up instead of steaming into sad mush.

✔Storage Tips

Stick leftovers in the fridge, and the magic is still there the next day. They’re great cold, sprinkled with a splash of vinegar, or warmed up for breakfast with eggs—trust me, life-changing.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Out of Parmesan? Pecorino Romano works, even cheddar in a pinch. No garlic powder? Fresh garlic is a bit more intense, but great if you’re a garlic fan.

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Garlic Parmesan Roast Potatoes

Crispy roasted potatoes tossed in garlic, parmesan, and herbs make for a perfect side dish.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 pounds baby red potatoes
• ▢ 3 tablespoons olive oil
• ▢ 4 cloves garlic minced
• ▢ 0.75 cup parmesan cheese grated
• ▢ 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ▢ 1 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Wash and halve the baby red potatoes, then place them in a large bowl.
• Add olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the potatoes. Toss to coat evenly.
• Spread the potatoes out in a single layer on a baking sheet.
• Roast in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and crisp.
• Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle grated parmesan over the hot potatoes. Toss gently to combine.
• Serve warm as a delicious side dish.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving.