The Best Crispy Roast Potatoes Ever

The Best Crispy Roast Potatoes Ever

Ingredients:

• 3 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed (optional, for additional flavor)

Instructions:

Prepare the Potatoes:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a large baking sheet in the oven to heat up.
2. Boil the Potatoes:
   • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a teaspoon of salt and the baking soda to the water.
   • Add the potato chunks to the boiling water and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the edges of the potatoes are starting to soften but the centers are still firm.
3. Drain and Rough Up the Potatoes:
   • Drain the potatoes well. Return them to the empty pot and let them steam dry for a minute.
   • Rough up the surfaces of the potatoes by shaking the pot vigorously. This will create a starchy exterior that will crisp up beautifully in the oven.

Roast the Potatoes:

4. Season the Potatoes:
   • Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes. Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried rosemary, and dried thyme. Toss the potatoes until they are evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
5. Heat the Oil:
   • Carefully remove the hot baking sheet from the oven. Drizzle a little more olive oil on the sheet and add the smashed garlic cloves (if using).
   • Arrange the potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they are not crowded.
6. Roast:
   • Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, flip the potatoes to ensure even browning.
   • Continue roasting for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.

Serve:

7. Garnish and Serve:
   • Remove the potatoes from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Enjoy your Best Crispy Roast Potatoes Ever!