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Crispy Potato Roast

Crispy Potato Roast: Irresistibly Golden and Savory Delight

Crispy Potato Roast features golden-brown, crunchy potatoes with a creamy interior, making it a perfect centerpiece for any dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roast
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Add richness and can be substituted with more olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Provides moisture and flavor, or use neutral oil like vegetable oil.
  • 3 medium Russet Potatoes Yukon Gold can also be used for a different texture.
  • 2 medium Shallots Contributes sweetness; can substitute with yellow onions if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Salt Enhances flavor, adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Red-Pepper Flakes Adjust based on preference for spice.
  • 5 sprigs Thyme Infuses flavor; rosemary or parsley can be used as substitutes.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9-inch round baking dish
  • Mandoline or sharp knife
  • pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt unsalted butter and mix with extra-virgin olive oil in a small bowl.
  3. Brush the bottom of a 9-inch round baking dish with the butter-oil mixture.
  4. Thinly slice russet potatoes aiming for 1/8 inch thick.
  5. Layer the potato slices vertically in the baking dish, inserting shallots and sprinkling salt and red-pepper flakes.
  6. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes until edges are golden.
  7. After 1 hour, sprinkle fresh thyme sprigs and bake for an additional 35 minutes.
  8. Let the Crispy Potato Roast rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This roast can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking for convenience.

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