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Melt In Your Mouth Potatoes

Buttery, oven-roasted potatoes with crispy edges and ultra-tender centers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Potatoes
  • 2 lb baby potatoes halved
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and halve the potatoes lengthwise.
  3. Mix melted butter, olive oil, and garlic in a bowl.
  4. Arrange potatoes cut-side down on the baking sheet.
  5. Brush generously with butter mixture and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Roast for 45–55 minutes until golden and fork-tender.
  7. Garnish with herbs and serve hot.

Notes

Best served fresh for maximum crispness.