This recipe for Garlic and Herb Baked Potatoes is a simple, yet incredibly flavorful side dish. The potatoes are baked to perfection and then topped with a garlicky, herby butter that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, these potatoes are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prep potatoes: Pierce each potato with a fork a few times. Place them directly on the oven rack.
- Bake potatoes: Bake for 1 hour, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Make the garlic herb butter: While the potatoes are baking, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix well until combined.
- Assemble: Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Cut each potato open and top with a generous amount of the garlic herb butter.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy!
Optional: For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese or a drizzle of olive oil to the top of the potatoes.
Tip:
- For a crispy skin, wrap the potatoes in aluminum foil before baking and remove the foil for the last 15 minutes of baking time.