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Best Oven Roasted Potatoes: Crispy Outside, Fluffy Inside

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Follow this simple guide to make perfect oven roasted potatoes with a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior. This easy side dish is ideal for any dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional, for color)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius). Position a rack in the middle of the oven.
  2. Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with the oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss well until every piece is evenly coated.
  3. Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary to ensure crisping.
  4. Roast for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove the pan from the oven and carefully turn the potatoes using a spatula.
  6. Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 15 to 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are deep golden brown and crisp on the outside and easily pierced with a fork.
  7. Remove from the oven and serve immediately as a quick potato side dish.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, boil the cut potatoes for 5 minutes before seasoning and roasting. Drain them well and shake the colander gently to rough up the edges before adding oil.
  • If you prefer garlic herb roasted potatoes, add 2 cloves of minced fresh garlic and 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped rosemary or thyme during the last 10 minutes of roasting.
  • The best temperature for roasting potatoes is high heat, 425°F, for a shorter time.
  • If potatoes are not crisping, check that you did not overcrowd the pan and that your oven temperature is accurate.

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