Description
This Roasted Garlic Butter Parmesan Potatoes recipe delivers crispy edges, tender insides, and a rich blend of garlic butter and parmesan cheese. Ideal as a comforting side dish, it pairs well with meats, seafood, or vegetarian mains, offering effortless preparation with exceptional flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and cut into evenly sized cubes or wedges
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 fresh garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Toppings & Garnish
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Start by washing and cutting the Yukon Gold potatoes into evenly sized cubes or wedges to ensure uniform roasting. Dry them thoroughly with a kitchen towel to promote crispiness.
- Infuse the butter with garlic: Melt unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat, then add minced fresh garlic and gently cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes without allowing it to brown.
- Toss potatoes in garlic butter: In a large bowl, combine the cut potatoes with the garlic butter mixture, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Make sure every piece is fully coated to lock in flavor and encourage crispiness.
- Roast with Parmesan: Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Generously sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes and roast in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 30-40 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Garnish and serve: Once crisp and golden, remove the potatoes from the oven and immediately toss with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Dry your potatoes well: Moisture is the enemy of crispiness, so pat them dry before roasting.
- Use room temperature butter: It coats the potatoes more evenly, ensuring every bite is buttery good.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: Spreading the potatoes out allows the hot air to circulate and crisp up each piece.
- Halfway toss: Stirring once during roasting prevents burning and promotes even browning.
- Freshly grate your Parmesan: Pre-grated cheese often contains anti-caking agents that may affect melting and crisping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: roasted potatoes, garlic butter potatoes, parmesan potatoes, side dish, crispy potatoes, comfort food, gluten free, easy weeknight recipe