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Crispy Roast Potatoes with Garlic and Herbs Recipe

4.8 from 72 reviews
  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings (5–6 as a side dish) 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Description

These easy roast potatoes are a simple, no-fuss recipe featuring baby potatoes roasted to golden perfection with garlic and fresh thyme. Crispy on the outside and fluffy inside, they make a perfect side dish with rich garlic-thyme flavor that complements any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes

  • 1 kg (2 lb) baby potatoes or other small potatoes, halved

Seasoning and Herbs

  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp cooking or kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 5 garlic cloves with skin on, smashed
  • 5 thyme sprigs or 3 rosemary sprigs (fresh or dried)
  • Finely chopped parsley or fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 200°C (400°F) or 180°C fan to ensure the perfect roasting temperature.
  2. Smashed garlic: Place the side of a knife on each unpeeled garlic clove and firmly hit it with your palm to burst it open slightly while keeping the skin intact. This releases flavor without burning during roasting.
  3. Toss potatoes: Arrange the halved potatoes closely together on a baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, then toss to coat evenly. Add in the thyme sprigs and smashed garlic cloves, mixing gently to distribute flavors. Spread the potatoes out evenly on the tray.
  4. Roast potatoes: Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then remove the tray and toss the potatoes to turn them for even cooking. Return to the oven and roast for an additional 25 to 35 minutes, or until the potatoes are beautifully golden and crispy on the outside.
  5. Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley or fresh thyme if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy texture and robust garlic-thyme flavor.

Notes

  • This recipe is a reliable everyday roast potatoes recipe—quick to prep with a perfect garlic-thyme flavor.
  • Use fresh herbs when possible, but dried herbs can be substituted if needed.
  • Do not use minced garlic as it burns easily and negatively affects flavor.
  • If potatoes stick to the tray during roasting, gently loosen them with a spatula before tossing.
  • These potatoes are best served hot and go well with a wide range of main dishes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 255 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 478 mg
  • Fat: 11 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/crispy-roast-potatoes-with-garlic-and-herbs-recipe/