Description
These Roasted Baby Potatoes with Rosemary and Garlic are a simple, flavorful side dish perfect for any meal. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, baby potatoes are tossed with fragrant rosemary-infused olive oil, fresh garlic, and seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper before being roasted to golden perfection. Finished with flaky salt and fresh rosemary sprigs, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1 lb mixed baby potatoes (red, white, yellow, and/or purple), halved if large
Seasoning
- 2 tbsp rosemary-infused olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, smashed and finely minced
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely minced
Finishing & Garnish
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish, optional)
- Flaky salt (for finishing)
- Cooking spray (for baking sheet)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for roasting the potatoes evenly and creating a crispy exterior.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray to prevent the potatoes from sticking during roasting and to promote even browning.
- Toss Potatoes with Seasoning: In a large bowl, combine the halved baby potatoes with 2 tablespoons of rosemary-infused olive oil, smashed and minced garlic cloves, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and finely minced fresh rosemary. Toss thoroughly until every potato piece is well coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange Potatoes: Spread the seasoned potatoes out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Arranging them evenly helps them roast uniformly and develop a crisp texture on all sides.
- Roast the Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 30 to 40 minutes. Turn the potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure they become golden brown and crispy on all sides while cooking tenderly inside.
- Finish and Garnish: Once roasted, remove the potatoes from the oven and sprinkle them with flaky salt to add a delicate crunch and enhance the flavors. Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs if desired for an aromatic and attractive presentation.
- Serve Warm: Serve the roasted baby potatoes warm as a delicious side dish that complements a variety of main courses.
Notes
- Halving larger baby potatoes ensures even cooking and crispy edges.
- Rosemary-infused olive oil imparts a stronger rosemary flavor; if unavailable, regular olive oil with extra fresh rosemary works well.
- Turning the potatoes halfway through roasting guarantees even browning and texture.
- Flaky salt adds a nice finishing texture and flavor, but use regular sea salt if unavailable.
- The potatoes can be prepared ahead and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
