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Crispy golden garlic roasted potatoes are always the first dish to disappear at my Thanksgiving table. The rich aroma of garlic draws everyone to the kitchen and the beautifully browned edges are pure comfort food. With just a handful of ingredients and little prep, you can deliver rustic potatoes that impress every time.
I started serving these potatoes for family gatherings when my kids were small. Now even my neighbors ask for them whenever there is a special occasion.
Ingredients
- Potatoes: diced evenly for consistent cooking look for floury varieties like Yukon Gold or Russet for best texture
- Garlic: chopped fresh for big bold flavor pick firm unblemished cloves
- Olive oil: ensures even roasting and rich taste choose a fruity extra virgin olive oil if possible
- Salt and pepper: essential for seasoning crank fresh pepper for more fragrance
- Fresh parsley: brightens the dish with color and flavor go for flat leaf if available
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 200 degrees Celsius. A hot oven is key for maximum crispiness on the potatoes.
- Prepare the Potatoes:
- Dice your potatoes into evenly sized cubes no need to peel unless you prefer them that way. This lets all the pieces roast at the same rate and get golden edges.
- Toss with Oil and Seasoning:
- In a large mixing bowl combine the potatoes with the olive oil chopped garlic salt and pepper. Stir thoroughly until every piece is glossy and flecked with garlic.
- Arrange and Roast:
- Spread the potatoes out on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer with space between each cube. This guarantees they will roast rather than steam. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes flipping them with a spatula halfway so all sides develop those irresistible crispy bits.
- Garnish and Serve:
- When the potatoes are browned and fork tender scatter fresh parsley over the top and serve immediately while they are at their best.
Potatoes have always felt special to me because they remind me of holidays at my parents home where a big tray of something garlicky was always on the table.
Storage Tips
Once cooled leftover potatoes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. To reheat for best crispiness spread them on a baking sheet and warm in a hot oven or air fryer rather than a microwave.
Ingredient Substitutions
For extra depth toss in a pinch of smoked paprika or swap parsley with chopped chives or thyme. If fresh garlic is not on hand granulated garlic will give flavor but the fresh version adds unbeatable aroma.
Serving Suggestions
Pile these potatoes next to roast turkey glazed ham or even grilled vegetables. They work just as well for brunch next to eggs and salad as they do at a festive dinner.
Cultural and Seasonal Context
Garlic roasted potatoes are classic across many cultures but for Thanksgiving they stand out as a lighter easier twist on mashed potatoes. I love how the crispy edges add rich texture next to all the soft trimmings on the holiday table.
Seasonal Adaptations
Swap in sweet potatoes or multicolored baby potatoes for a fall twist
Add chopped rosemary or sage for a festive note
A scattering of grated parmesan during the last five minutes of roasting takes things over the top
Success Stories
I have watched these potatoes win over picky eaters and potato skeptics alike. One Thanksgiving my niece who never liked potatoes took seconds and later asked for the recipe to impress her college friends.
Freezer Meal Conversion
To freeze roasted potatoes arrange cooled cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet in the freezer for about one hour then pack into freezer bags. Reheat straight from frozen in a hot oven for easy weeknight sides.
These potatoes are sure to steal the spotlight at any meal. Serve hot from the oven for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Rezept FAQs
- → Wie werden die Kartoffeln außen besonders knusprig?
Das gleichmäßige Verteilen der gewürzten Kartoffelwürfel auf dem Backblech sorgt für eine maximale Kontaktfläche, wodurch sie rundum kross rösten.
- → Kann ich getrocknete Petersilie statt frischer verwenden?
Frische Petersilie verleiht ein intensiveres Aroma, aber getrocknete kann im Notfall genutzt werden.
- → Kann ich anderes Öl als Olivenöl einsetzen?
Ja, Sonnenblumen- oder Rapsöl eignen sich ebenfalls gut. Olivenöl gibt allerdings eine besonders mediterrane Note.
- → Wie verhindere ich, dass die Kartoffeln austrocknen?
Die Kartoffelwürfel sollten nicht zu klein geschnitten werden und nach der Hälfte der Backzeit gewendet werden, damit sie saftig bleiben.
- → Kann ich die Röstkartoffeln vorbereiten?
Die Kartoffeln können vorgegart und direkt vor dem Servieren fertig geröstet werden, so bleiben sie frisch und knusprig.