Description
These Crispy Parmesan Potatoes are a deliciously golden and flavorful side dish featuring tender potato halves baked in a savory blend of melted butter, parmesan cheese, and a mix of spices. With a crispy, cheesy bottom and a soft interior, they’re perfect for any meal and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 small potatoes (russets or gold)
Seasoning and Cheese
- 4 tbsp butter (melted)
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Wash and Slice Potatoes: Thoroughly wash the potatoes and slice each in half lengthwise.
- Score Potato Surface: Using a sharp knife, carefully score the cut side of each potato half in a crosshatch pattern to help the seasoning penetrate and create a crispy texture.
- Prepare Parmesan Paste: In a baking dish, combine the melted butter, grated parmesan cheese, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir them together to create a flavorful paste, then spread it evenly over the bottom of the dish.
- Arrange Potatoes: Place the potato halves cut side down onto the parmesan mixture, pressing gently to ensure they make good contact with the paste for maximum flavor and crispiness.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 415°F (212°C) and bake the potatoes for 25 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Notes
- Russet or gold potatoes work best for a tender interior and crispy exterior.
- Make sure to score the potatoes to allow the seasoning to deeply flavor the potatoes and create extra crispy bits.
- Serve hot for the best texture and taste.
- You can add fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for extra aroma.
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best flavor and melting quality.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crispy potatoes, Parmesan potatoes, baked potatoes, cheesy potatoes, side dish, easy potato recipe
