Classic Roast Potatoes
Transform your next meal into an unforgettable feast with these perfectly crispy and golden Classic Roast Potatoes. Made with Yukon Gold or Maris Piper potatoes, this recipe ensures the ideal balance of crispy, golden edges and a soft, fluffy interior. The secret lies in boiling the potatoes just until tender and roughing up the edges for maximum crunch, then roasting them in hot vegetable oil until deeply golden. Infused with the optional additions of fragrant rosemary and sweet roasted garlic, these potatoes are a show-stopping side dish for holidays or weeknight dinners alike. With just 15 minutes of prep, these irresistible potatoes will become a family favorite, satisfying even the toughest crowd. Serve them hot and savor every bite of their deliciously crispy exterior!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Potatoes (e.g., Yukon Gold or Maris Piper)
- 4 tbsp Vegetable oil (or other neutral oil)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary (optional)
- 4 Garlic cloves (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, approximately 2 inches each. This ensures even cooking.
Add the potatoes to a large pot of cold, salted water. Bring the water to a boil and allow the potatoes to simmer for 10 minutes until they're just starting to soften.
Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them sit for a minute to allow excess steam to escape. Then, shake the colander gently to rough up the edges of the potatoes—this helps create the crispy texture when roasting.
Pour the vegetable oil into a large roasting pan and place it in the oven to heat for about 5 minutes. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
Carefully add the potatoes to the hot oil in a single layer, turning them with tongs to coat evenly. This ensures they roast evenly.
Sprinkle the potatoes with salt, pepper, and, if desired, fresh rosemary. Add whole garlic cloves for extra flavor, if using.
Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 40-50 minutes, turning them every 15-20 minutes to ensure all sides become golden and crispy.
Once the potatoes are deeply golden and crispy on the edges, remove them from the oven. Transfer the roasted potatoes to a serving dish, taste, and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly crisp and fluffy roast potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1183 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.1 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2417 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 3317 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
