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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes

These Crispy Garlic Parmesan Potatoes are a delightful comfort food with crispy edges and fluffy centers, flavored with savory garlic and nutty Parmesan.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds baby potatoes (or small Yukon Gold), scrubbed and halved Use small, uniform potatoes for even cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Use extra virgin for better flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted Optional for extra richness.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Optional for color and warmth.
For the Garlic-Parmesan Finish
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced Or 1 1/2 teaspoons jarred minced garlic.
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Fresh is best, but packaged pre-grated is okay.
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Or 1 tablespoon dried parsley.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest Optional for brightness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
  2. Pat potatoes dry after cutting to remove surface moisture.
Season and Toss
  1. In a large bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, melted butter, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
  2. Spread potatoes cut-side down in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Roast
  1. Roast at 425°F for 25–35 minutes, flipping once halfway through. Look for deep golden-brown edges.
Prepare Garlic-Parmesan Mixture
  1. In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, and lemon zest. Add a pinch of salt and toss.
Bring It Together
  1. When potatoes are done, transfer them to a serving bowl and sprinkle the garlic-Parmesan mixture over the hot potatoes.
Serve
  1. Serve hot for best texture. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, omit butter and Parmesan; toss with nutritional yeast for a cheesy note. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.