Description
Crispy and flavorful Parmesan Potatoes made with baby potatoes, melted butter, and a savory blend of Parmesan cheese and spices. Perfectly baked until golden brown and served with ranch dip, these potatoes make a delicious side dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Butter
- 1 ½ pounds baby potatoes halved
- 6 tablespoons salted butter melted, save 1 tablespoon for brushing on top
Seasonings and Cheese
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Serving
- Ranch Dip for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 425˚F to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for baking the potatoes.
- Prepare butter mixture: Place the 6 tablespoons of melted salted butter into a 9 x 13-inch baking dish and set it in the oven for 5 minutes to fully melt and warm the butter.
- Make the Parmesan paste: Remove the baking dish from the oven, then add the grated Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the melted butter. Mix well until a paste forms and spread it evenly to coat the bottom of the dish.
- Arrange potatoes: Place the halved baby potatoes cut side down into the baking dish on top of the butter-parmesan paste layer.
- Brush with butter: Brush the tops of the potatoes with the reserved 1 tablespoon of melted butter to help them crisp and brown during baking.
- Bake potatoes: Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Separate the potatoes and serve warm with ranch dip for added flavor, if desired.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Reheat by baking in a 350°F oven on a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes until warmed through and slightly crispy. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals until hot.
- Use a sharp knife to score the potatoes to help them cook evenly and absorb flavors.
- For crispier potatoes, ensure they are cut side down when baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
