Name: Roasted Small Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb small waxy potatoes (such as red or yellow); 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

This simple and flavorful recipe for roasted small potatoes delivers crispy, golden-brown potatoes infused with fresh rosemary and garlic. Perfect as a side dish for any meal, these potatoes are easy to prepare and roast to perfection in just 45 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes

1 lb small waxy potatoes (such as red or yellow)

Seasoning

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal roasting temperature for crispy, golden potatoes.
Prepare the Potatoes: Wash the small potatoes thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt, then pat them dry with a clean towel to ensure they roast evenly without steaming.
Toss Potatoes with Seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, combine the potatoes with extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, chopped fresh rosemary, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until each potato is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned potatoes out in a single layer on a baking sheet. This helps them roast evenly and get crispy on all sides.
Roast the Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 30-35 minutes. Toss or turn the potatoes halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning and cooking. Roast until potatoes are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
Cool and Serve: Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly to allow the flavors to settle before serving. Enjoy warm as a delicious side dish.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can finish the potatoes under a broiler for 2-3 minutes at the end of roasting, watching closely to prevent burning.
Feel free to substitute fresh rosemary with other herbs such as thyme or oregano for a different flavor profile.
If potatoes vary in size, consider cutting larger ones in half to ensure even roasting.
Roasted potatoes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.