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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Oven-Roasted Potatoes

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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Oven-Roasted Potatoes

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Oven-Roasted Potatoes

A cozy, scalable recipe for tender potatoes roasted to golden perfection. Easy to prepare and perfect as a side dish for any meal!

⏰ Prep & Cook Time: ~45 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes (or 5-6 medium-sized; starchy/fleshy variety preferred)
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme, crushed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp oil (olive or vegetable)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prep the Potatoes:
    Choose large, slightly elongated potatoes for uniform slices. Peel and trim the thin ends to get β€œbarrel-shaped” potatoes with a consistent thickness. Slice into 3 cm thick rounds (large potatoes yield about 4 slices, medium ones about 3). Optionally, round the edges with a vegetable peeler for a neater look.
  2. Season & Roast:
    Toss potato slices with salt, freshly ground black pepper, thyme, and oil until evenly coated. Arrange them in a single layer in a baking dish.
    Roast at 220Β°C (425Β°F) for about 30 minutes, turning slices halfway through to brown evenly. At the end, flip the slices so the crispiest side is on top.
  3. Add Broth & Continue Roasting:
    Pour chicken broth into the dish, just enough to reach halfway up the potatoes. Add torn pieces of bay leaf. Return to the oven for another 15 minutes. The potatoes will crisp further on top, and the broth will reduce, infusing flavor.
  4. Finish with Butter:
    Remove the dish from the oven and add the butter. Gently shake the dish until the butter melts and combines with the reduced broth, creating a delicious sauce that coats the potatoes.
  5. Serve:
    Serve immediately while hot and saucy.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Pair these luscious potatoes with roasted chicken, grilled meats, or alongside a fresh green salad for a comforting meal. The buttery broth sauce makes them irresistible as a side.

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

This recipe elevates simple potatoes into a melt-in-your-mouth delight, balancing crispy edges with tender, juicy centers bathed in flavorful broth. Easy to scale and perfect for family dinners or special occasions.