The BEST Roast Potatoes Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

butter

🥗Healthier: margarine

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Margarine is lower in saturated fat, and vegetable oil is more economical.

Slice the potatoes in half or quarters depending on their size.

Boil the potatoes in salted water for about 20 minutes until soft.

Preheat a pan with olive oil while the potatoes are boiling.

Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly until flaky.

Add extra virgin olive oil and season generously with salt.

Add a couple tablespoons of corn flour and toss until covered.

Carefully place the potatoes base side down into the preheated pan with hot olive oil.

Top with fresh thyme (or rosemary), garlic cloves, and black pepper.

Roast in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius for around 45 minutes, flipping every 15 minutes for even crispiness.

Sprinkle with salt and let them rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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