Perfect Roast Potatoes

20m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Combine cornstarch and water in a glass bowl.
  2. 2Heat the cornstarch and water mixture in 20-second increments in the microwave until it reaches a puddiny or jelly-like texture.
  3. 3Spray the roasting tray with cooking spray.
  4. 4Add a couple tablespoons of oil to the roasting tray.
  5. 5Add the potatoes to the roasting tray, skin side down.
  6. 6Tent the roasting tray with foil.
  7. 7Roast the potatoes in a 425-degree oven for 15 minutes.
  8. 8Remove the foil from the potatoes.
  9. 9Return the potatoes to the oven to get crispy.
  10. 10Right before serving, toss the potatoes with rosemary and garlic.
  11. 11Roast the seasoned potatoes for 5 more minutes.
  12. 12Get the potatoes on a platter and serve.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pound potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 0.5 cup water
  • cooking spray
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • rosemary
  • garlic

Equipment

glass bowlroasting trayfoilovenplatter

Tips

  • The cooking spray helps create a non-stick surface before adding more oil.
  • Roasting skin side down and tented with foil in the first stage creates a fluffy interior.
  • Tossing in seasonings right before serving and roasting for 5 minutes adds flavor and extra crispness.