Description
Parmesan potato dinner brings comfort and flavor to your weeknight table with crispy, cheesy goodness. Golden potato wedges seasoned with herbs and parmesan create a simple yet satisfying side dish that complements any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes (about 2 lbs / 900 g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Cheese:
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese (100 g)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (50 g)
Seasonings and Extras:
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Thoroughly wash potatoes and pat completely dry with paper towels to ensure crispy exterior.
- Cut potatoes into uniform wedges, approximately 1-inch thick, ensuring even cooking and consistent texture.
- Transfer potato wedges to a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil, coating each piece evenly.
- In a separate small bowl, combine parmesan cheese, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful seasoning blend.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over potato wedges, tossing gently to ensure comprehensive and uniform coating.
- Arrange seasoned potato wedges in a single layer on prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded to promote optimal crispiness.
- Roast in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning wedges halfway through cooking time to achieve golden-brown exterior.
- Remove potatoes from oven and immediately top with shredded mozzarella cheese, allowing residual heat to slightly melt the cheese.
- Drizzle melted butter over cheese-topped potatoes for additional richness and flavor.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Pat potatoes completely dry to guarantee a crispy, golden-brown exterior that crackles with each bite.
- Use uniform-sized wedges for even cooking, preventing some pieces from burning while others remain undercooked.
- Experiment with alternative cheese options like pecorino or nutritional yeast for dairy-free or low-lactose diets.
- Customize seasoning blend by adding smoked paprika, chili flakes, or dried rosemary to elevate flavor profile and match personal taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg