Oven-roasted potatoes: the classic, foolproof recipe

Name: Oven-roasted potatoes: the classic, foolproof recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 2.2 lbs potatoes; 2 Tbsp olive oil; salt; pepper; rosemary

Side dish

Very Easy

45 min

237 Kcal

Potatoes are clearly the perfect accompaniment that can be served with just about anything! Economical, practical, and versatile, this tuber never ceases to surprise us. And today, we’re offering you the perfect recipe for your Sunday family meal: oven-roasted potatoes! To accompany delicious roast chicken, red meat, or even fish, you can’t find an easier side dish to make :-)

Ingredients

2.2 lbs potatoes
2 Tbsp olive oil
salt
pepper
rosemary

Materials

1 baking tray
Parchment paper

Preparation

Preparation5 min

Cook time40 min

Start by washing and then cutting the potatoes into pieces.
Transfer to a large salad bowl and mix with the olive oil, salt and pepper.
Pour everything onto a baking tray covered with parchment paper.
Add rosemary sprigs (this step is optional. You can also add whole garlic cloves).
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 40 minutes. Check that they are cooked through; they should be tender inside.
Remove from the oven and your potatoes are ready to serve!

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Observations

Storing oven-roasted potatoes:
You can store them for up to a week in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

What seasonings can you add?
You can add salt and pepper, as well as other spices such as paprika. If you want to add herbs, opt for rosemary or thyme, fresh or dried. Don’t hesitate to add whole, unpeeled garlic cloves to the dish!

What can you serve with oven-roasted potatoes?
You can enjoy them with white meat, such as chicken, or red meat, such as beef. You can also serve them with a dish that has a sauce!

Which varieties of potatoes should you use for this recipe?
You can use Samba or Bintje potatoes, which are perfect for baking in the oven!