Description
Crispy and flavorful sheet pan scored potatoes roasted to golden perfection with a savory blend of herbs and spices. This easy-to-make side dish pairs beautifully with any main course and requires minimal prep and cooking time.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 medium-sized potatoes
Seasoning Mix
- 1 1/2 tablespoons light olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, rubbed between your fingers
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C, gas mark 7) and prepare a baking tray for the potatoes.
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash the potatoes thoroughly and dry them completely. Then, cut each potato lengthwise in half through the middle.
- Score the potatoes: Using a sharp knife, make crisscross cuts about 1/4 inch deep across the top surface of each potato half. Place the scored potatoes on the baking tray.
- Make the seasoning mixture: In a small bowl, combine the light olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, thyme, and sweet paprika.
- Coat the potatoes: Generously massage the olive oil and herb mixture over the top of the scored potatoes, ensuring the oil seeps into the cuts for maximum flavor.
- Bake the potatoes: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the potatoes are crisp, golden brown, and tender when pierced with a sharp knife.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the scored potatoes hot alongside your favorite main dishes for a delicious and easy side.
Notes
- Choose medium-sized potatoes for even cooking and easy handling.
- Scoring the potatoes allows the seasoning to penetrate deeply for enhanced flavor.
- You can substitute dried herbs with fresh ones, but reduce quantity to avoid overpowering.
- Ensure potatoes are dried well before baking to help crispiness.
- For extra crispness, you can flip the potatoes halfway through baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: scored potatoes, sheet pan potatoes, baked potatoes, crispy potatoes, herb roasted potatoes, easy side dish
