Ingredients
– 1 pound mini potatoes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
– ¼ cup sour cream (for serving)
– Fresh chives or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Mini Baked Potatoes can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash Potatoes: Rinse the mini potatoes under cold water and pat them dry with a towel.
3. Prepare Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss until evenly coated.
4. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and fork-tender.
6. Add Cheese: In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the potatoes and return them to the oven until melted.
7. Cool: Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for about 5-10 minutes.
8. Serve: Transfer the potatoes to a serving platter and garnish with fresh chives or parsley. Serve with sour cream on the side.
These steps will guide you in creating these incredible mini bites effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 4g