Description
Crispy baked potato wedges deliver a golden-brown crunch with herbal seasoning that elevates simple potatoes into a mouthwatering side dish. Perfect for casual gatherings or quick weeknight meals, these wedges offer a healthier alternative to deep-fried options while maintaining maximum flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 4 large Russet potatoes, unpeeled, scrubbed, washed, and dried
Oils and Fats:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter, melted
- ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
Seasonings and Cheese:
- 2 teaspoons (10 g) salt
- 2 teaspoons (4 g) Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons (4 g) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) paprika
- ½ teaspoon (1 g) onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon (0.5 g) black pepper, freshly ground
- ½ cup (50 g) Parmesan cheese, shredded, plus more for serving
Garnish:
- Parsley, fresh, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Meticulously prepare the oven by heating to 400˚F and line a spacious baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal potato wedge roasting.
- Transform whole potatoes into perfectly sized wedges by slicing each potato longitudinally, then cutting each half into four equal segments, creating eight uniform wedges per potato.
- Create a flavor-packed seasoning blend by whisking together melted butter, olive oil, and a harmonious mix of Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Generously coat each potato wedge with the aromatic seasoning mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage for maximum flavor penetration.
- Strategically arrange the seasoned wedges on the prepared baking sheet, positioning them in a single layer to promote consistent crisping and prevent overcrowding.
- Sprinkle a delicate layer of Parmesan cheese over the arranged wedges, adding a rich, savory dimension to the final dish.
- Roast the potato wedges in the preheated oven for approximately 35 minutes, carefully rotating them midway through cooking to achieve uniform golden-brown crispiness.
- For an extra crisp exterior, activate the broiler for a brief 2-minute finale, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove the perfectly roasted wedges from the oven, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant presentation.
- Serve the crispy potato wedges immediately while piping hot, offering a delightful combination of crunchy exterior and tender interior.
Notes
- Crisp up these potato wedges perfectly by ensuring they’re spread out in a single layer, preventing steaming and promoting golden-brown edges.
- Customize seasoning blend to match your taste preferences, experimenting with different herbs and spices for unique flavor profiles.
- Turning wedges midway through baking guarantees even browning and prevents burning on one side.
- Select starchy potatoes like Russet for the crunchiest exterior and fluffiest interior texture.
- Optional broiling step creates an irresistibly crispy golden-brown finish that elevates the entire dish.
- Serve immediately after baking to maintain maximum crunchiness and enjoy while the Parmesan is still melty and warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 622 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 16 mg