Parmesan Crusted Potatoes are baby potatoes baked cut-side down in a buttery Parmesan coating until tender inside with a crispy, cheesy crust on the bottom. Garlic powder and a touch of cayenne add extra flavor to every bite.
I love how the Parmesan creates that golden crust underneath the potatoes as they bake. They’re simple enough for a weeknight dinner but have that crispy, cheesy finish that makes them hard to stop eating.
Why I Love Parmesan Crusted Potatoes
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Baby Potatoes: Cut them in half so the cut side gets crispy against the Parmesan.
- Parmesan Cheese: Creates the golden, cheesy crust on the potatoes.
- Butter: Helps the Parmesan mixture brown and adds rich flavor.
- Garlic Powder: Adds plenty of savory garlic flavor.
- Cayenne Pepper: Adds just a touch of heat.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make Parmesan Crusted Potatoes
Prepare the Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to a glass baking dish and let it melt as the oven heats.
Prepare the Potatoes: Cut the baby potatoes in half. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and toss it with the potatoes.
Add the Parmesan: Combine the Parmesan, garlic powder, and cayenne. Press the cut side of each potato firmly into the Parmesan mixture.
Bake: Arrange the potatoes cut-side down in the baking dish. Bake for about 1 hour, or until tender with a golden, crispy Parmesan crust.
Tips I Found Helpful 💙
- Use similar-sized potatoes so they cook evenly.
- Press firmly into the Parmesan so plenty of cheese sticks to the cut side.
- Keep them cut-side down while baking to create that crispy Parmesan crust.
- Let them sit for a few minutes before lifting them from the pan so the crust stays attached.
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Parmesan Crusted Potatoes
Parmesan Crusted Potatoes are tender baby potatoes baked with butter, garlic, and Parmesan until they have a crispy, golden cheese crust.
Ingredients
- - 3 pounds baby potatoes
- - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- - 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- - 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter to a glass baking dish and place it in the oven while it preheats to melt the butter.
- Cut the baby potatoes in half.
- Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and toss with the potatoes.
- Combine the Parmesan, garlic powder, and cayenne in a shallow bowl.
- Press the cut side of each potato firmly into the Parmesan mixture.
- Arrange the potatoes cut-side down in the buttered baking dish.
- Bake for about 1 hour, or until the potatoes are tender and the Parmesan crust is golden brown.
- Let rest for a few minutes before removing from the pan.
Notes
Press the potatoes firmly into the Parmesan and keep them cut-side down while baking for the crispiest cheese crust.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 177Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 193mgCarbohydrates: 26gFiber: 3gSugar: 1gProtein: 5g
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