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The Ultimate Guide to Crispy, Fluffy Oven Roasted Potatoes

A mound of perfectly golden brown, crispy roasted potatoes with shredded edges piled on a white plate.
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Learn the foolproof method for making oven roasted potatoes that achieve a perfectly golden, crispy exterior and a tender, fluffy interior every time. This easy side dish uses simple seasonings and a key technique to avoid sogginess.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled or unpeeled
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (optional, for extra richness)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Place a large baking sheet in the oven while it preheats.
  2. Wash and cut the potatoes into uniform 1.5-inch chunks. Uniform size helps them cook evenly.
  3. Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges are slightly soft but the centers are still firm. This parboiling step is key for fluffiness.
  4. Drain the potatoes well in a colander. Let them sit for 5 minutes to allow excess steam to escape.
  5. Gently shake the colander to rough up the edges of the potatoes. These rough edges create the crispy crust during roasting.
  6. Carefully remove the hot baking sheet from the oven. Add the olive oil and melted butter (if using) to the hot pan and swirl to coat the surface.
  7. Add the roughed-up potatoes to the hot oil on the baking sheet. Toss them gently to coat them completely in the fat. Spread them into a single layer; do not overcrowd the pan.
  8. In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and thyme. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture evenly over the potatoes.
  9. Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for 30 to 40 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through cooking. The potatoes are done when they are deep golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  10. Serve your perfect roasted potatoes immediately as an easy side dish for dinner.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, use duck fat or beef fat instead of butter and olive oil.
  • If you prefer a strong garlic flavor, use 3 cloves of minced fresh garlic tossed with the potatoes during the last 10 minutes of roasting.
  • Do not skip the step of shaking the colander; roughing up the edges creates the best surface area for crisping.

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