Simple Sides

Crispy and Creamy Potatoes

April 11, 2020 /

I don’t know about you but I can only eat mashed potatoes….. or to change it up in my house baked potato so often! I think as a parent I just continue to make their favorites because I know they’ll eat it and divert an argument. Now this recipe isn’t earth shattering but it is a welcomed change to the potato sides at this house. What I like about it is the cut side of the potato is crispy and garlicky but the inside is creamy like a mashed potato. Not to mention aesthetically it’s very pleasing to my eye;) It’s super easy and really is only about 10 minutes of prep time, the rest of the work is done in the oven. You could also easily make adjustments to this recipe by adding your favorite spices or topping it with some freshly grated Parmesan before serving.

Ingredients:

  • 1# of baby gold potatoes halved
  • 4 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 3 cloves of garlic crushed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tablespoon of fresh chopped parsley (optional)

Directions:

Start by coating the bottom of pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sprinkle chopped garlic over olive oil evenly, place halved potatoes cut side down so the potato gets crispy. Top with remaining olive oil and salt and pepper. Bake in oven at 375 for an hour or until potatoes are crispy on the bottom. When finished top with chopped parsley, stir and serve!

Enjoy,

XOXOXOXOX Jessi