🧀 Crispy Baked Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges 🥔

A premium side-style appetizer that is universally loved! Thick, hearty potato wedges are soaked to remove excess starch, tossed in a rich garlic-herb butter blend, coated with fresh parmesan cheese, and baked at a high temperature until the edges are beautifully blistered and crispy. 😋✨

• ⏱️ Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 10 minutes soaking time)

• 🍳 Cook Time: 35 minutes

• 🍽️ Servings: 4-6 servings

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes (washed and scrubbed thoroughly) 🥔

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 🛢️

• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (divided) 🧀

• 1 tablespoon garlic powder 🧄

• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (oregano, thyme, rosemary mix) 🌿

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 🌶️

• Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste 🧂

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped for garnish) 🌱

• Your favorite dipping sauce (Garlic Aioli or Truffle Mayo works beautifully!) 🥣

👩‍🍳 Detailed Instructions

1. Cut and Soak: 🔪 Cut each potato lengthwise in half, then cut each half into 3 or 4 uniform wedges. Place the wedges into a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for 10-15 minutes. This removes excess starch and guarantees a super crispy exterior!

2. Dry and Season: 🧼 Drain the potatoes completely and pat them thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel. Dry the bowl, return the potatoes to it, and drizzle generously with olive oil. Add the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and 1/2 cup of the grated parmesan cheese. Toss vigorously until every wedge is evenly coated.

3. Arrange and Bake: 🥖 Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large, heavy-duty baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the potato wedges in a single layer, making sure the skin side is facing down and they aren’t touching each other.

4. Bake to Perfection: 🔥 Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping them carefully halfway through the cooking time. They are ready when they look beautifully golden brown, crispy, and poke easily with a fork.

5. The Final Touch: 🍽️ Immediately upon removing them from the oven, transfer the hot wedges to a serving bowl. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese and the freshly chopped parsley over the top. The residual heat will melt the cheese perfectly. Serve hot!