Roasted red potatoes make a wonderful side dish. Potatoes in general are so versatile and can be prepared in limitless ways. Red potatoes are good for roasting, frying, or smashing because they hold their shape well. These little red beauties are high in moisture and low in starch, making them just right for roasting. They get crispy on the outside and stay soft on the inside.
All About Potatoes
I don’t think I know anyone who doesn’t like potatoes. There are so many varieties and countless ways to cook them. There are seven potato type categories: russet, red, white, yellow, fingerling, blue/purple, and petite. Within the seven potato types, there are over 200 varieties.
Each category of potato has its own characteristics. They vary in skin thickness, texture, size, starch content, and moisture level. Some types are an all purpose potato, while others are best for certain dishes. For more information on types of potatoes and their best uses go to https://www.potatogoodness.com
INGREDIENTS
- red potatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 1/2 – 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Red potatoes are great because they stay firm throughout cooking. Their waxy texture allows you to roast or stew them without breaking apart. Their red skin gives them a beautiful color. There is no need to peel them because the skin is very thin and it holds valuable nutrients. All of these factors are what make roasted red potatoes so delicious!
Cut the red potatoes into 2 inch pieces. It is important for your pieces to be relatively the same size so they all cook the evenly.
In a bowl mix the red potatoes with the oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Spread them out on a sheet pan, put them in the oven and cook for 45 minutes to an hour. Stir them once or twice to ensure they get crispy all around.
You can add these roasted red potatoes to any meal for a side dish.