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Easy Potatoes

A simple and delicious recipe for perfectly cooked, crispy yet fluffy potatoes that everyone in the family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large large potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with vegetable or canola oil.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and peel them if desired.
  3. Cut the potatoes into wedges or cubes of uniform size.
  4. In a large bowl, add the cut potatoes, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
Cooking
  1. Spread the seasoned potatoes onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  3. Check for doneness; they should be golden brown and crispy.
Serving
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes. Optionally, sprinkle fresh herbs on top before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding bell peppers or feta cheese. Keep an eye on cooking time as oven temperatures may vary.