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Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

This is my go-to potato side when I want something that looks fancy but takes almost zero effort. The boiling step first makes them fluffy inside while the high heat roasting gets the outsides crispy.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

Ingredients (~6 servings)

  • 2 lbs baby red potatoes halved
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp kosher salt
  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp garlic powder
  • 3 Tbsp minced fresh rosemary leaves

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 475F with rack in center.
  • Fill large pot with water, add 2 tsp salt, and bring to boil.
  • Add halved potatoes and cook 10-12 minutes until just tender when pierced with fork.
  • Drain potatoes in colander and let sit 5 minutes to evaporate surface moisture.
  • In large bowl, combine drained potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, rosemary, and remaining 1 tsp salt.
  • Toss until potatoes are glossy and well coated.
  • Spread potatoes cut-side down on rimmed baking sheet in single layer.
  • Roast 15 minutes, then flip with thin metal spatula.
  • Continue roasting 15-20 minutes until crispy and deeply golden.
  • Transfer to serving dish and serve immediately.

Notes

Don't overcrowd the baking sheet or potatoes will steam instead of roast.
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