Description
Crispy oven-baked potato wedges tossed with garlic, herbs, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a savory and comforting side dish.
Ingredients
4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into wedges
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Optional: ranch dressing or marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Cut each potato in half lengthwise, then slice each half into 3 to 4 wedges.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Add the potato wedges to the bowl and toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
- Arrange the wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, placing them skin side down.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender inside.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the wedges. Return to the oven for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese melts and lightly browns.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Swap Italian seasoning with fresh rosemary and thyme for an earthy flavor.
Use sweet potatoes for a slightly sweeter variation and adjust baking time if needed.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 8 to 10 minutes to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
