Garlic and Herb Baked Potatoes
With the ideal balance of fresh herbs and garlic, baked potatoes with garlic and herb make a delicious side dish that is crispy on the exterior and soft on the inside. This recipe goes well with a variety of main meals and is quite simple to make.
Components
- Four big russet potatoes
- Three teaspoons of olive oil
- three minced garlic cloves
- One tsp of dehydrated rosemary
- A single tsp of dried thyme
- One tsp of dehydrated oregano
- Half a teaspoon of paprika
- To taste, add salt and black pepper.
- One tablespoon of freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving only, optional)
Guidelines
1. Get the potatoes ready.
- Oven Prep: Set the oven’s temperature to 425°F (220°C).
- Clean Potatoes: Give the potatoes a good wash and use a paper towel to pat them dry. If you want more flavour and texture, you can leave the skin on.
- Cut Potatoes: Depending on your taste, cut each potato into wedges or cubes. Consistency in size is key to consistent cooking.
2. Give the potatoes some seasoning
- Seasoning Mix: In a sizable bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, oregano, dried rosemary, thyme, and salt and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Potatoes: Place the potato cubes or wedges in the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the spice blend.
3. Put the potatoes in the oven
- Layout on Baking Sheet: Arrange the seasoned potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Use a sheet with a rim or line it with parchment paper to collect any drips for optimal results.
- Bake: Bake the potatoes for 25 to 30 minutes in a preheated oven, or until they are crisp-edged and golden brown. To ensure equal browning, turn the potatoes halfway through the cooking process.
4. Put in service
- Garnish: Take the potatoes out of the oven and give them a little time to cool. Add some finely chopped fresh parsley and, if preferred, some grated Parmesan cheese as garnish.
- Savor: Serve hot as an accompaniment to your preferred main meals.
Success Advice
- uniform Size: To guarantee that the potatoes cook uniformly, cut them into similar-sized pieces.
- Crispiness: Spread the potatoes out in a single layer on the baking sheet and try not to crowd them if you want them to be extra crispy.
- Seasoning: Feel free to taste and modify the amount of herbs and seasonings. You can also use fresh herbs in place of dried ones.
Changes
- Spicy: To add a little heat to the seasoning combination, add a sprinkle of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Cheesy: For a cheesy variation, add some shredded cheddar cheese to the potatoes in the final five minutes of baking.
- Garlic Lovers: For a stronger flavour, grate in extra garlic.
In summary
- Baked potatoes with garlic and herbs make a pleasant and adaptable side dish that goes well with a range of main entrees. They will quickly become a favorite at your dinner table because to their flavorful seasoning and crispy surface. Savor these mouthwatering potatoes with a dash of cheese and fresh herbs for the ideal garnish!