Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.5 piece

yukon gold potatoes baby

halved

1.5 piece

red skinned potatoes baby

halved

1 tsp

kosher salt

to taste

4 cup

sourdough bread

cubed, day-old, crusts removed

0.33 cup

EVOO

2 clove

garlic

grated

2 tsp

lemon zest

finely grated

0.25 tsp

freshly ground pepper

to taste

0.25 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

0.5 cup

Parmesan cheese

grated

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.

Step 2
~2 min

Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch; season with salt.

Step 3
~2 min

Bring to a boil and cook over medium-high heat until just tender, about 7 minutes; drain.

Step 4
~2 min

Meanwhile, pulse sourdough bread in a food processor to make coarse crumbs.

Step 5
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs with olive oil, grated garlic, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.

Step 6
~2 min

Add the potatoes to the breadcrumb mixture and toss to coat.

Step 7
~2 min

Arrange potatoes cut-side down on a baking sheet.

Step 8
~2 min

Roast for 10 minutes, or until golden and tender.

Step 9
~2 min

Sprinkle with parsley and parmesan cheese.

Step 10
~2 min

Continue roasting for 5 more minutes, or until golden brown.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 11
~2 min

Transfer to a serving dish and season with salt to taste.

Step 12
~2 min

Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy potatoes, parboil them slightly longer.

Use a high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.

Don't overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure even browning.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Potatoes can be parboiled ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (garlic, lemon)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish to roasted chicken or steak.

Enjoy as a vegetarian main course with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted chicken
Steak
Grilled fish
Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Common side dish in many cuisines

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday dinners
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Holiday dinner
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

70/100