Gluten-Free Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Gluten-Free Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes—an irresistible combination of crispy baked russet potatoes and creamy, homemade cheese sauce. Perfect for gluten-free diets, this recipe features smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, adding bold, mouthwatering flavors to every bite. Topped with a velvety gluten-free cheddar cheese sauce and garnished with fresh herbs like cilantro and green onion, these fiesta potatoes are the ideal side dish or snack for any occasion. Easy to make in under an hour, with simple ingredients and a straightforward prep process, this crowd-pleaser is guaranteed to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 cup Shredded gluten-free cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into 1-inch cubes.
In a large bowl, toss the potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Ensure the potatoes are evenly coated.
Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy, turning halfway through baking.
While the potatoes are baking, prepare the cheese sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Whisk the cornstarch into the melted butter until smooth.
Gradually add the milk to the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
Continue to cook the sauce, stirring frequently, until it simmers and thickens slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded gluten-free cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.
Once the potatoes are done baking, remove them from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.
Drizzle the warm cheese sauce over the crispy potatoes.
Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.3 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.5 g | 217% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 3376 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.9 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 53.3 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1087 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 4272 mg | 91% | |
*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.
