Crispy Parmesan Crusted Baby Potatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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680 grams (1.5 pounds) baby potatoes, such as golden or red varieties
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45 ml (3 tablespoons) olive oil
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240 ml (1 cup) finely grated Parmesan cheese
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5 ml (1 teaspoon) garlic powder
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5 ml (1 teaspoon) onion powder
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5 ml (1 teaspoon) dried oregano
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5 ml (1 teaspoon) paprika
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish (Optional)
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Fresh parsley, finely chopped
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Thoroughly wash and completely dry the baby potatoes. Carefully cut each potato in half lengthwise, then transfer them into a large mixing bowl.
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Drizzle the olive oil over the halved potatoes, tossing diligently to ensure every piece is evenly coated. In a separate, smaller bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this aromatic cheese mixture over the oiled potatoes, tossing again until they are uniformly coated.
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Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the coated potatoes in a single layer, ensuring the cut-side faces down, to promote optimal crispness. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the potatoes achieve a golden-brown hue and a crispy exterior. For consistent crisping, flip the potatoes halfway through the baking duration.
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Allow the potatoes to rest for a few minutes directly on the baking sheet after removing them from the oven. Transfer them to a serving dish and, if desired, sprinkle generously with fresh chopped parsley. Serve these crispy parmesan-crusted baby potatoes warm as an exquisite side dish.
# Notes:
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For a dairy-free preparation, substitute the Parmesan cheese with an equivalent amount of nutritional yeast to achieve a similar savory, cheesy flavor profile.
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To create a low-carb alternative, replace the baby potatoes with cauliflower florets, adjusting the baking time as necessary to achieve tenderness and crispness.
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Enhance the herbaceous notes by incorporating fresh rosemary, thyme, or basil, finely minced, into the cheese mixture before coating the potatoes.
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To ensure maximum crispiness, it is crucial that the potatoes are arranged in a single layer on the baking sheet; overcrowding will cause them to steam rather than roast.
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Potatoes can be prepped in advance by coating them with the seasoning and storing them, covered, in the refrigerator until ready to bake, simplifying meal preparation.