Easy Roasted Potatoes with Fresh Herbs
Crisp and tasty on the outside and creamy on the inside, Roasted Potatoes are the perfect side dish for your dinner meal.
Potatoes are a staple in everyone’s kitchen. Whether baked, roasted, boiled, fried, or mashed, potatoes are always the easiest dish to cook with fresh herbs and spices. As a staple food, potatoes are also available in most markets.
Potatoes are also cost-effective when preparing a meal for a crowd. They contain tons of flavor, and not much seasoning is needed. You can use only salt and pepper, which will still taste good. Add butter or sour cream; the taste is even better.
How about roasted garlic? Fresh herbs are one of the best seasonings for potatoes. This is the best way to enjoy a good mashed potato recipe.
Why is it so easy to cook potatoes
One thing is sure: potatoes are inexpensive. Potatoes are sold individually and in bulk, making it easy to cook for one person or a large group. These delicious root starchy vegetables have a distinct taste that anyone can recognize.
Although they come in many different varieties, the flavor is exceptionally addictive, no matter how they are cooked. No special skills are needed, just your favorite seasonings.
Can I use any type of potato to roast?
Absolutely! If you can roast it in the oven, why not? Did you know that there are over 200 varieties of potatoes sold in the United States? Yes, that’s crazy.
Whatever variety of potatoes you have on hand, whether Yukon gold, russets, yellow, white, petite, or fingerling, you can roast them. You only have to remember that cooking is a different process.
The larger the potato, the longer it takes to cook. Therefore, it is recommended that you cut the potatoes as evenly as possible so the pieces can cook evenly. As for peeling potatoes, that’s a matter of personal preference. You don’t need to peel them for roasting, as the skin can be easily removed. The skin is also very flavorful to eat.
How to Roast Potatoes
- 1) Wash the potatoes to remove any dirt or debris. It does not matter if the packaging says the potatoes have been pre-washed. It is best to be cautious.
- 2) Cut/slice the potatoes evenly – this way, they will all be ready at the same time.
- 3) Place the potatoes on a baking sheet, season with salt and pepper, and/or use your favorite herbs and spices.
- 4) Roast the potatoes and enjoy when ready.
Is it that easy? However, first, let’s review a few key tips and notes on crafting the perfect roasted potatoes recipe for your family.
Tips and Notes
- Always wash the potatoes and dry them well with a paper towel
- Soak or no soak: Soaking removes some of the starch and helps the potatoes to crisp and stay creamy and fluffy inside.
- Be sure to dry the pieces well before you add your seasonings and oil.
- A good olive oil is good to use with potatoes.
- Roasting timing: high temperatures give you the best result, and cooking time is quicker. Roast 1″ potato cubes at 425°F for 25-30 minutes for best results.
- Fresh herbs that go well with roasted potatoes: thyme, parsley, rosemary, sage, scallions, dill, and oregano.
- Seasonings and Spices: salt, pepper, garlic, or a seasoning blend.
- Freezing: Potatoes freeze well.
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Easy Roasted Potatoes with Fresh Herbs
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds red or yellow-skinned potatoes washed and cut into about 1” cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons fresh herbs chopped parsley, thyme, basil, rosemary
- ½ teaspoon paprika optional
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Scrub potatoes (do not peel them). Dice them into 1” cubes.
- Soak potatoes in cold water for up to 1 hour. (This removes starch and makes for a potato). Drain water and dry potatoes.
- Toss the potatoes cubes in the olive oil, herbs, and seasonings
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes until browned and tender.
Nutrition
Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on the products used.
Nutrition info is automatically generated and provided as a courtesy and as an estimate only.
Originally published on September 16, 2021. Revised and updated.
