Description
Crispy garlic parmesan potato wedges offer a perfect blend of golden-brown edges and rich, cheesy flavor. Home cooks can easily prepare this crowd-pleasing side dish with simple ingredients and straightforward techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 russet potatoes (large, cut into wedges)
- ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) olive oil
- ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preparation: Ignite the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for seamless cooking and cleanup.
- Seasoning: Tumble potato wedges into a large mixing bowl, drizzling with olive oil and lavishly coating with minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper; massage the seasonings thoroughly to ensure comprehensive coverage.
- Arrangement: Distribute the seasoned wedges across the parchment-lined baking sheet in a meticulously single layer, preventing any overlap to maximize crispness and promote even roasting.
- Roasting: Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, allowing the wedges to transform for 25-30 minutes; midway through cooking, rotate the wedges to guarantee a uniform golden-brown exterior and tender interior.
- Finishing: Remove the potato wedges once they achieve a stunning crisp, golden appearance; immediately sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley to introduce a vibrant herbal note and visual appeal.
- Serving: Transfer the aromatic, crispy wedges to a serving platter, presenting them promptly to maintain their irresistible temperature and crunch.
Notes
- Potato Selection Matters: Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Idaho for the crispiest, most golden wedges with a fluffy interior.
- Oil Coating Technique: Ensure complete, even coverage by using your hands to massage oil and seasonings into potato wedges for maximum flavor absorption.
- Spacing Is Critical: Never overcrowd the baking sheet; leave room between wedges to allow hot air circulation and guarantee crispy, not steamed results.
- Seasoning Pro Tip: Grate Parmesan cheese fresh for superior melting and deeper flavor compared to pre-packaged alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg