Chef John's Cottage Fries
Chef John's Cottage Fries deliver golden, crisp edges with fluffy centers, perfumed by black pepper, a hint of cayenne, and herbes de Provence. Baked until deeply browned, they’re a standout side for burgers, roasted meats, or brunch plates, offering a savory, aromatic crunch in every bite.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and herbes de Provence. Drizzle with olive oil and stir to coat, then arrange the potatoes evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Flip each potato slice, then bake for another 15 minutes.
- 4
Continue baking and flipping until the potatoes are well browned, about 30 minutes, with crispy edges and a soft center.
- Calories 166.82 kcal Moderate
- Protein 2.0 g Low Source
- Carbs 27.26 g Moderate
- Total Fat 6.72 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.93 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.03 mg Low Source
- Sodium 495.78 mg High
- Fiber 3.56 g Moderate
- Sugar 0.09 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.09 g Low Source
- Calcium 73.26 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.01 mg Low Source
- Potassium 452.28 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.58 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.06 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.