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Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes

By:Nagi
Published:6 Sep '17Updated:8 Jun '21
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These Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes are epic! Make them for your Sunday Roast or pass them around at a gathering. It goes without saying that these are all about that crispy, golden parmesan crust…..

Make these Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes for your Sunday roast or pass them around at a party! recipetineats.com

THESE CRISPY ROASTED PARMESAN POTATOES ARE EPIC!

Just a fleeting glance at these Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes is all you need to KNOW that these are utterly addictive and that you’ll be fighting to make sure you get your fair share.

Just look at them! Soft on the inside….. Golden crispy parmesan crusted on the outside, loaded with ridiculous flavour not just from the parmesan, but from a touch of seasoning too….

Make these Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes for your Sunday roast or pass them around at a party! recipetineats.com

QUICK AND EASY TO MAKE

And isn’t it just so convenient that something as fabulous as these are so fuss free to make? Drizzle oil in baking dish, scatter over parmesan + basic seasonings, press down halved baby potatoes, bake.

To make life really easy, I use store bought parmesan, the sand-like type that is sold in the refrigerator section that’s made with real parmesan (I take no responsibility if you choose to try this with the grated parmesan sold in the aisles). Freshly grated parmesan also works, as long as it’s finely grated (but see recipe notes for quantity required).

Make these Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes for your Sunday roast or pass them around at a party! recipetineats.com

This is the “sandy” parmesan I use for this recipe. It’s made with real parmesan, grated finely, and it’s sold in the refrigerator section.

Make these Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes for your Sunday roast or pass them around at a party! recipetineats.com

HOW TO SERVE THESE PARMESAN POTATOES

The obvious way to serve these are as a side dish.

But they would also be fabulous served as finger food to pass around at a party! Truthfully, I’ve never done it and that thought only dawned on me after I snapped what I thought was the last photo and started popping them into my mouth, one by one.

I froze, with my 4th 5th 6th potato halfway to my mouth, thinking “I should take a photo showing these like something to serve as nibbles”.

That 6th potato never made it into the shot below. ? – Nagi x

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Make these Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes for your Sunday roast or pass them around at a party! recipetineats.com

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Make these Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes for your Sunday roast or pass them around at a party! recipetineats.com

Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes

Author: Nagi
Prep: 10 minutes mins
Cook: 35 minutes mins
Total: 45 minutes mins
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4.95 from 79 votes
Servings4 - 5 people
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Recipe video above. Tender potatoes with the most incredible CRISPY parmesan crust! Make these for your Sunday Roast or pass them around at a party! Serves 4 -5 as a side. Also, don't miss the Parmesan Crusted CAULIFLOWER! 

Ingredients

  • 750 g / 1.5 lb baby potatoes , halved (about 3.5cm / 1.75", 20 - 24 potatoes)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil , plus more for drizzling

Parmesan Mixture:

  • 1/2 cup / 50 g grated parmesan , the sand-like type (Note 1)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (or sub with onion powder)
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano or thyme
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt (I use table salt, leave out to lower sodium)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Dipping Sauce (Optional):

  • 3/4 cup sour cream, or sub with plain yoghurt , or a combination of both
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions/scallions , plus more for garnish (or chives)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 200C/400F.
  • Mix Parmesan Mixture in a bowl.
  • Drizzle oil in 22 x 33cm / 9 x 13" glass baking dish (Note 2). Tilt pan to spread all over the base.
  • Use a spoon to scatter the Parmesan Mixture over the base. Spread as evenly as you can. Once sprinkled, do not touch - don't try to spread it.
  • Place potatoes cut side down, pressing firmly.
  • Optional: drizzle top of potatoes with a touch of oil or spray with oil, then sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake potatoes for 35 - 40 minutes or until they are soft and the parmesan crust is deep golden (you can check through the glass!)
  • REST for 5 minutes. Then use an egg flip to cut between every 4 or so potatoes (i.e. cutting through the parmesan crust which bonds between each potato - see video), then scoop up 4 or so potatoes and flip them upside down so the cheese side is up on a serving platter. 
  • Serve with Dipping Sauce, if using, and sprinkle over extra green onions if desired. Serve as a side dish or as nibbles!

Recipe Notes:

1. Use the grated parmesan that has a sand-like consistency sold in the refrigerated section. I take no responsibility if you try this with the grated parmesan sold in the aisles!! Shredded parmesan doesn't go as crispy.
For freshly grated, use 50g/1.75 oz parmesan and a fine grater (microplane). Don't measure by cups because the volume of fresh grated parmesan is far greater than store bought for the same weight.
2. This works in a metal pan as well but I find the potatoes come off slightly easier from glass. Don't try lining with baking paper, you'll lose some of the crispiness.
3. Adapted from various Parmesan Crusted Potato recipes, including this one and this one and this one.
4. LEFTOVERS/MAKE AHEAD: Cool then refrigerate. Place in a baking pan cheese side UP and bake at 200C/400F for 5 minutes or until just heated through and cheese is crispy again. It's not quite the same as freshly made, but it's still darn good!
5. Nutrition per serving, assuming 5 servings.

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 153gCalories: 219cal (11%)
Keywords: Parmesan Potatoes
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281 Comments

  1. Dahn says

    September 8, 2017 at 10:50 am

    5 stars
    haha, potato girl doesn’t sound very flattering but I am sure it was all in love. These potatoes are the BOMB!!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 8, 2017 at 8:30 pm

      I’m happy to be the Potato QUEEN! Sounds so much more flattering! 😂

      Reply
  2. rocio says

    September 8, 2017 at 3:15 am

    5 stars
    the parmesan that you say is the powder type like the ones that come in bottle like kraft type? or what kind do you mean?

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 8, 2017 at 8:23 pm

      Hi Rocio! I mean the sand type that is sold in the fridge section of the supermarket which is real cheese. The Kraft one that comes in a green bottle in the aisles is not real cheese – or if it is, it is loaded with preservatives!

      Reply
  3. Dorothy says

    September 7, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    Made these tonight with that nasty Kraft parmesan from the aisle as that was all we had (don’t judge me 😉 ) – and it was still delicious! Can’t wait to try them with the proper cheese. Thanks for your recipes – they are always a winner!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 8, 2017 at 8:16 pm

      No judging! I just didn’t know if it would WORK! 😂 I’m so pleased you enjoyed this Dorothy, thanks for letting me know! N x ❤️

      Reply
  4. Esme van Zyl says

    September 7, 2017 at 6:58 pm

    5 stars
    I just love your recipes in my inbox everyday,,,I am making these potatoes for my friends visiting from Holland ,,Sunday ,,,Looking forward

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 8, 2017 at 8:12 pm

      Hope you love them Esme! So glad you’re enjoying my recipes – N x

      Reply
  5. Carol says

    September 7, 2017 at 5:51 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Nagi, made these tonight with bbq chook and oven baked broccoli. Oh my…..delicious. thanks for the recipe 😊

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 8, 2017 at 8:11 pm

      What a FEAST!!! 😍

      Reply
  6. Mary says

    September 7, 2017 at 5:49 pm

    5 stars
    I made them for our dinner tonight – lovely! When I went to the fridge to get the ‘sand’ Parmesan, – none there! So the only sort I had was ‘shaved’ and I used that and it worked okay. No doubt it would have been better with the sand one and will be there for the next time. Thanks Nagi, another winner.
    Don’t you love the expressions that come over Dozer’s face, I do love seeing him. 😊

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 8, 2017 at 8:10 pm

      That’s great to hear Mary!! Did it come out crispy using the shaved parmesan? Curious! N xx

      Reply
  7. Eha says

    September 7, 2017 at 10:49 am

    5 stars
    *smile* Hello from a ‘non-potato girl’ ! Often I do not have spuds in the house for weeks at a time for a variety of reasons . . . BUT I really like this simple flavourful take, and since it is Dozer-approved shall make this very easy recipe for the weekend when some potato-loving friends will be in the house . . . . quite foolproof even where I am concerned . . . !!!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:30 pm

      WHAT??!!! *she screeches* No potatoes????!!!

      Reply
      • Eha says

        September 7, 2017 at 4:28 pm

        Occasionally : Like once a month or so when I want to have friends afloat except 🙂 !! Oh, beautiful gal: when I come to visit . . . I fully expect to have some on my plate at times and Dozer will ‘smile’ and understand . . . why on earth would I eat one of the most unhealthy of all carbs .. . .and I LOVE carbs . . . .

        Reply
    • Patricia Frink says

      September 7, 2017 at 2:18 pm

      5 stars
      I love potatoes any kind ,your recipes look so good can’t wait to try them.

      Reply
      • Nagi says

        September 7, 2017 at 3:35 pm

        Fellow Potato Girl! 😂

        Reply
  8. Jan says

    September 7, 2017 at 10:10 am

    5 stars
    Nagi these look amazing!! I am in Australia and when you say the ‘sand like’ Parmesan in the refrigerated section at Woolworths or Coles, do you mean the Kraft grated Parmesan that is just in the normal aisles, the one that smells pretty yukky? The only grated Parmesan I see in the refrigerated section is Perfect Italiano or Mil Lel brands.
    I just want to get it right to start with.
    Many thanks!!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:28 pm

      Hi Jan – I’m in Australia too! I didn’t even notice that Woolies or Coles don’t sell the sandy parmesan in the fridge section, I get mine from Harris Farms. Which state are you in? Otherwise, just grate it yourself using a microplane. Please don’t use that stuff that is sold in the dried pasta section, I am not even sure that is real cheese!!! 🙂 N xx

      Reply
      • Jan says

        September 9, 2017 at 7:34 am

        5 stars
        Thanks Nagi. I am in Queensland. What brand is the one you get from Harris Farms? IGA might have it here.

        Reply
        • Nagi says

          September 11, 2017 at 8:38 pm

          Hi Jan! It’s just a Harris Farms one they do themselves. Sorry I can’t help more! N x

          Reply
          • Linh says

            May 30, 2021 at 10:05 pm

            Hi Nagi, I tried making the potatoes using the Mil Lel grated Parmesan cheese from the refrigerated section (sandy type) and the cheese did not stick to the potatoes. I’m from SA and can’t get the Harris Farm grated Parmesan you suggested. You mentioned grating the Parmesan – what brand do you suggest I use that is more readily available and works?

  9. Josephine B says

    September 7, 2017 at 9:29 am

    Hi Nagi, Do you mean the green can of parmesan cheese?

    Awwwww! I only get ONE when you’ve stuffed 6 into your mouth, that’s not playing fair. I’m your official taste tester aren’t I.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:25 pm

      YES that Green Can!!! We have that here too!!! Cheese?? 🤔 How does cheese survive for a year on the shelves! 😉 N x

      Reply
  10. Elle says

    September 7, 2017 at 8:00 am

    Oh YUM! Totally trying these. So easy and looks delicious. Dozer approved, he is so, so cute. Seeing him in your posts makes me smile. Thanks for sharing Nagi 🙂

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:24 pm

      It seems almost pointless to add whether something is Dozer approved, he approves of EVERYTHING! 😂

      Reply
  11. Vera G says

    September 7, 2017 at 7:28 am

    Hello Potato Girl! Delicious! Bone Apetite! Love them, you can cook potatoes day in day out they are so, so versitaile, many ways, oh so good when you on budget. Dear Dozer if he could talk God only knows what he would be saying!?? Have good week.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:23 pm

      I agree! Potatoes are terrific value! Hope you are having a great week too Vera – Love, Potato Girl 😉 N x

      Reply
  12. Lyn says

    September 7, 2017 at 6:09 am

    You are killing me…I’m trying to cut out carbs since I gained weight this summer…When I reach my weight goal…these are going into my mouth 🙂

    Reply
    • Laurie says

      September 8, 2017 at 1:57 pm

      Try some small cut sweet potatoes! Those are yummy too as we’ve made those before and a friendlier carb!

      Reply
      • Nagi says

        September 8, 2017 at 8:34 pm

        What a terrific idea! ❤️

        Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:20 pm

      Sorreeee….NOT! 😂

      Reply
  13. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says

    September 7, 2017 at 5:42 am

    5 stars
    I see nothing humorous in plastering photos of your baby everywhere — doesn’t everyone?? I believe it’s a beautiful present. Look at that face. Who couldn’t fall head over heels in love with him?? And I have to tell you, Hubby and I were in the car driving to take our kids to lunch when I ran across your video on Facebook. I grabbed Hubby’s arm to get his attention — scared the living daylights out of him — and had to play the video. OMG, it is so US!! Potatoes! Olive oil! Parmesan cheese. Tomorrow I’m going to the store and getting those small potatoes. YUM!! I’ve already printed out the recipe. xoxo

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:19 pm

      But leaving a calendar up for 3 years….🤔

      Reply
  14. Lisa says

    September 7, 2017 at 4:54 am

    5 stars
    When you say “REST for 5 minutes before flipping,” do you mean flipping the whole pan over onto a platter? Or do you take them out with a spatula and flip them upside down on a plate?

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:16 pm

      THANK YOU for the question Lisa, I will expand on that. I use a spatula and flip them 4 or so at a time – if you flip the whole pan, I fear there is a risk of the parmesan crust sliding off some! 🙂 N x

      Reply
  15. Naomi says

    September 7, 2017 at 4:50 am

    I LOVE potatoes and these look delicious!! Guess I am going to have to get to the grocery store to find the “refrigerated section” parmesan cheese so I can make these. We always keep potatoes in the house since I love them so much. I guess I am a potato girl too.

    Dozer looks like he wants to come back in so he can have another crispy potato!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:15 pm

      Fellow potato girl! And potato DOG 🙂 N x

      Reply
  16. suzanne says

    September 7, 2017 at 4:49 am

    ha ha… ‘the Potato girl’? love it since I was called ‘fatty mazumbaan’ [Zulu for potato] by my brothers when i was young. Didn’t apply then, but probably does now! Great recipe idea – making if for my supper and will eat them ALL by myself too!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:14 pm

      BA HA HA! You and me – Potato sisters! 😂

      Reply
  17. Cathy Bast says

    September 7, 2017 at 2:55 am

    5 stars
    Thanks Nagi
    Your recipes are always exciting and very good.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:13 pm

      Thank you Cathy! 🙂 N xx

      Reply
  18. James says

    September 7, 2017 at 1:29 am

    5 stars
    Looks great, as always! Do you parboil the potatoes first? I find it necessary to do that when I oven roast my taters!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:09 pm

      Hi James! Nope, pop them in raw 🙂 These babies are small so when halved, they cook to soft in 35 – 40 minutes 🙂 N x

      Reply
  19. Dorothy Dunton says

    September 7, 2017 at 12:54 am

    Hi Nagi! What a great appetizer idea! Crispy outside, creamy inside is perfect! These would also be good along side a nice rare steak. Adding cheese and baby potatoes to grocery list. 🙂

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:05 pm

      Oooooh…..big juicy steak and these….what a pairing!! 😂

      Reply
  20. carlos at Spoonabilities says

    September 7, 2017 at 12:48 am

    5 stars
    Recipe printed!!!!
    They will make the debut in my next get together with my neighbors. Love cheese and potato and together, they are the BOMB!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      September 7, 2017 at 3:04 pm

      CAN’T WAIT TO HEAR WHAT YOU THINK!

      Reply
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