Description
Crispy, golden Parmesan Baked Potatoes deliver a mouthwatering side dish that elevates any meal with Italian-inspired comfort. Cheese-crusted potato wedges promise a delightful crunch you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 8 medium red potatoes, halved lengthwise
Cheese and Dairy:
- 6 tablespoons (90 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons (45 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400F (200C), creating a flavorful base by spreading melted butter across a baking dish to ensure complete coverage.
- Craft a savory coating by mixing Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl, then generously sprinkle this aromatic blend over the melted butter.
- Carefully position potato halves cut-side down onto the cheese-butter layer, gently pressing to maximize contact and flavor absorption.
- Enhance the potatoes with a delicate dusting of salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring even seasoning across the surface.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven, allowing the potatoes to roast for 40-45 minutes until they reach fork-tender perfection and develop a crispy, golden-brown Parmesan crust.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let the potatoes rest briefly to set the crust and intensify flavors.
- Transfer the potatoes to a serving platter using a spatula, taking care to preserve the beautiful Parmesan crust on top, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch of color and freshness.
Notes
- Select waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best crispy exterior and creamy interior.
- Pat potato halves completely dry before placing them in the baking dish to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent soggy results.
- Experiment with different hard cheese varieties like Pecorino Romano or aged Asiago for unique flavor variations.
- For a gluten-free version, verify the Parmesan cheese is certified gluten-free, as some brands might contain additives.
- Use a silicone spatula when lifting potatoes to prevent breaking the delicious cheese crust.
- Swap dairy butter with olive oil or vegan butter for a plant-based alternative that maintains similar richness.
- Create uniform potato sizes by cutting halves carefully to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture.
- Add red pepper flakes or smoked paprika to the cheese mixture for an extra flavor kick that elevates the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg