Crisp-Roasted “Special” Potatoes
Crisp-Roasted “Special” Potatoes balance shatteringly crisp edges with a creamy interior, perfumed by rosemary, bay, and mellow garlic. A brief simmer seasons them through, while olive oil and a whisper of cayenne add warmth and depth. Serve alongside roasted meats or grilled fish, or make them the star of a cozy weeknight dinner.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Crisp-Roasted “Special” Potatoes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 73
- Heart Health
- 68
- Metabolic
- 30
- Digestive
- 34
- Inflammatory
- 26
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water by 1 inch.
- 2
Bruise the rosemary with the dull side of a knife blade; add it to the potatoes in the pot.
- 3
Add the salt, garlic, and bay leaves; bring to a boil.
- 4
Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 5
Drain and let the potatoes air-dry.
- 6
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 7
When the potatoes are completely dry, return them to the pot.
- 8
Drizzle with olive oil and season with cayenne pepper and kosher salt; stir to coat thoroughly.
- 9
Transfer the potatoes to a rimmed sheet pan.
- 10
Bake in the preheated oven until the potatoes are golden brown and crusty and the flesh is creamy and soft, 35 to 45 minutes.
- Calories 213.97 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 3.43 g Low Source 7%
- Carbohydrate 39.32 g 14%
- Total Fat 4.67 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 0.8 g Low Source 4%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.02 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 79.52 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 3.43 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 1.17 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 108.41 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 1.66 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 706.6 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin A 15.43 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 38.66 mg Good Source 43%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Crisp Roasted "Special" Potatoes is made with 7 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Dried Bay Leaves, Fresh Rosemary, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 213.97 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Crisp-Roasted “Special” Potatoes made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Dried Bay Leaves, Fresh Rosemary, Garlic, Olive Oil. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Crisp-Roasted “Special” Potatoes?
- About 1 hr in total: 15 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 213.97 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Crisp-Roasted “Special” Potatoes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 10 steps.
- Is Crisp-Roasted “Special” Potatoes healthy?
- Crisp-Roasted “Special” Potatoes has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 213.97 calories and 3.43 g of protein, or 7% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. It contains Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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