Rustic Potatoes (With Herbs)

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Potatoes are a healthy food that provides many nutrients including carbohydrates that are important for our bodies. Potatoes are also a delicious and crunchy food ingredient when fried and used as a snack. This time, I will show you an impressive potato recipe. This is a Rustic potatoes recipe, potatoes always come with a delicious taste to be enjoyed with various main dishes. If you are a potato lover like me, why not try this recipe that makes the whole house want to eat lots of potatoes?

I’m not wrong in saying, potato recipes are always delicious and appetizing, including this one. You can share this recipe with anyone, maybe it can be an additional family favorite recipe. How to make it is easy, and does not require many ingredients.

This Rustic potatoes recipe is also versatile, you can modify it according to your taste, but I hope you can try this recipe first, after understanding the taste, you can modify it to your own taste. In this recipe, I mix olive oil, rosemary, thyme, paprika, garlic, salt and pepper. For those who like an Italian touch, you can add Tuscan spices. Feel free to modify the spices according to your wishes, whether you want to add or reduce them.

What is Rustic Potatoes?

Let’s get to know more about this recipe. This delicious dish uses easy-to-find and simple ingredients so it’s not difficult for anyone who wants to try it. The basic ingredient is potatoes, so it can be an addition to the main meal or as a side dish to add flavor to the main meal.

To make this recipe that is rich in benefits, choose russet potatoes so that the texture is more perfect. I use ingredients such as garlic, rosemary, thyme, paprika, and others as we will mention in the ingredient list later. In my opinion as a home cook, this is an easy recipe, you can try it yourself at home, and interestingly it is versatile which allows you to modify it according to your taste. Come on, let’s see what the ingredients are.

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes (Russet works best)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary and thyme (mix of both)
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (Optional)

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Oven
• Large bowl
• Baking sheets
• Knife (for splitting potatoes)
• Spatulas
• Cutting board (mat for cutting potatoes)
• Peeler (for peeling potatoes)

How to Make Rustic Potatoes?

Step 1:

Turn the oven on to 425°F (220°C). Wash the potatoes thoroughly in running water, if you want, you can peel the skin using a peeler. After that, cut it into small slices.

Step 2:

Then mix the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, thyme, rosemary, pepper, and salt, you can use a large bowl to make this job easier. Mix well, and then put the potato pieces in it until everything is well coated. If you want an Italian touch, you can add Tuscan seasoning to it.

Step 3:

After the potatoes are seasoned, place them on a baking sheet, spread them loosely or not touching, this is the secret to making them crispy. If you have arranged them neatly, put the baking sheet in the oven, and bake for 30 minutes, don’t forget to turn them over, you can use a spatula for this.

Step 4:

Remove the potatoes from the oven, and enjoy with your family, you can complete it with your favorite cream sauce.

Tips for Best Rustic Potatoes

Before seasoning the potatoes, pat them dry with a paper towel

1. Don’t be afraid to experiment, use enough seasoning to make the potatoes taste good. If you don’t like some of the seasonings, you can modify them to your taste. You can also add some other seasonings or leave them out.
2. When spreading them on the baking sheet, make sure not to crowd them so they can be perfectly crispy.
3. To get crispier potatoes, it is better to let them sit in the oven for a while after they are cooked, but be careful because in some cases it can burn the potatoes.

How to Store Rustic Potatoes Leftovers?

To store leftover, you can put them in a sealed container and store them in the refrigerator, they can last for 2 days. When using them again, heat them on a baking sheet at 175C for 10 minutes.

What to Eat with?

Rustic potatoes are a food that is enjoyed with main dishes such as steak, or with roast chicken. If you want, you can also serve it with salad.

In addition, you can also enjoy these potatoes as a snack. If for a snack, you can enjoy them with Dave’s Hot Chicken Sauce for those who like a spicy taste or with Chicago sauce for a light taste. For drinks, you should order lemonade or other fruit drinks.

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FAQs

Can I use sweet potatoes instead?

Yes, you can also use sweet potatoes instead of potatoes. However, pay attention to the cooking time, as sweet potatoes usually cook faster.

What other seasonings can I use?

You can add other spices such as cumin, and chili powder, or use Tuscan for an Italian flavor.

How do I cut the potatoes for this recipe?

It’s up to you. You can cut them into cubes, rectangles, or thin slices. Just adjust the size to your taste.

Can I use a different type of oil?

I use olive oil, besides the delicious aroma, it is also a healthy oil. However, you can use other oils such as vegetable oil, canola or soybean oil.

Conclusion

Rustic potatoes are a healthy and delicious snack or side dish to accompany your main meal such as steak or grilled chicken. This is a crunchy food that is rich in flavor and nutrition, choose the rustic potato for better results. Enjoying this snack is very delicious with a sauce such as Atomic Wing Wing or Dave’s Hot Chicken Sauce. This sauce is perfect for those of you who like sharp spicy. If not, you can try other sauces. If you like this recipe, please share it with your friends or family.