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Ultimate Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes: Fluffy Inside, Golden Outside

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Follow this simple technique to make oven roasted potatoes that are perfectly crispy on the outside and wonderfully fluffy inside. This easy side dish works with any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for extra crispiness)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the cut potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 8 minutes. This parboiling step helps create a fluffy interior.
  2. Drain the potatoes completely. Return them to the empty hot pot and let them sit for 2 minutes to allow excess moisture to steam off. Shake the pot gently to rough up the edges of the potatoes; these rough edges crisp up beautifully.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with the olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle the cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and rosemary over the potatoes. Toss again until the seasoning and cornstarch adhere to the rough edges.
  4. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary. Overcrowding steams the potatoes instead of roasting them.
  5. Roast for 20 minutes. Remove the pan and flip the potatoes. Return to the oven and roast for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are deep golden brown and crunchy.
  6. Serve immediately as your best potato side dish.

Notes

  • For Garlic Butter Roasted Potatoes, melt 3 tablespoons of butter with 2 minced garlic cloves. Drizzle this mixture over the potatoes during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
  • If you prefer a softer potato, reduce the initial boil time to 5 minutes.
  • Yukon Gold potatoes hold their shape well and provide a naturally creamy texture inside.

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