Sliced Baked Potatoes

Ingredients

  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh herbs (like rosemary or parsley), optional
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Leave the skins on.
  3. Slice the potatoes thinly (about ⅛ to ¼ inch thick), but don’t cut all the way through. Place a wooden spoon or chopstick on either side of the potato to help prevent slicing through completely.
  4. Place potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
  5. In a small bowl, mix olive oil (or butter) with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Brush the seasoned oil mixture over and between the slices of each potato, making sure to coat them well.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45–60 minutes, until the potatoes are tender inside and crispy on the edges.
  8. Optional: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs during the last 10 minutes of baking.
  9. Serve hot, as a side dish or snack!

Want to add cheese slices between the cuts or top it with bacon? I can add variations too!

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