🥔🧀 Parmesan Baked Potatoes
Crispy edges, fluffy inside, cheesy perfection
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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4 medium potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
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3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated is best)
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp black pepper
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¾ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
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1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Optional add-ins:
Chili flakes, dried thyme, rosemary, or onion powder
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven:
Set oven to 200°C / 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. -
Prep potatoes:
Wash, peel (optional), and cut potatoes into halves or thick wedges. -
Season:
In a bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning. -
Add Parmesan:
Sprinkle Parmesan over the potatoes and toss gently until evenly coated. -
Arrange:
Place potatoes cut-side down on the baking tray for maximum crispiness. -
Bake:
Bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping once halfway, until golden and crispy. -
Finish:
Sprinkle extra Parmesan and parsley. Serve hot.
🔥 Pro Tip
For extra crispiness, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end—watch closely!
❓ Q & A
Q: Do I need to boil the potatoes first?
No—direct baking works great. Parboiling makes them extra fluffy but isn’t necessary.
Q: Can I make these in an air fryer?
Yes! Cook at 190°C / 375°F for 18–22 minutes, shaking halfway.
Q: Which Parmesan is best?
Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano gives the best flavor and crisp.
Q: Can I make them ahead?
They’re best fresh, but you can reheat in the oven or air fryer to re-crisp.
Q: Can I add cheese inside?
Absolutely—toss with a little mozzarella or cheddar near the end.