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Easy Homemade Roasted Garlic Butter Potatoes — A Traditional, Healthy Comfort Side

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Easy homemade Roasted Garlic Butter Potatoes — crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and full of roasted garlic butter flavor. Perfect for weeknights, Sunday family meals, and holidays. Tips for vegan, low-carb swaps and storing leftovers inside.

2️⃣ Introduction (Storytelling + Emotion)

There’s something instantly cozy about a pan of Roasted Garlic Butter Potatoes — the kind of dish that smells like home the moment it comes out of the oven. I remember one rainy Sunday when my grandmother slid a skillet of these onto the table and the whole room fell quiet except for the clinking of forks. That warm, buttery garlic aroma turned an ordinary meal into a memory.

This easy, traditional Roasted Garlic Butter Potatoes recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, Sunday family feasts, holiday spreads, or anytime you want comfort food that feels homemade but not fussy. It’s simple enough for a Tuesday, celebratory enough for Thanksgiving, and flexible enough for different diets.

3️⃣ 🧂 Ingredients:

• 2 pounds baby potatoes (red or Yukon gold), halved if large
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (or 3 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp olive oil)
• 1 whole head roasted garlic (or 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (if not using all butter)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for depth)
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for serving)
• Optional: zest of 1 lemon for brightness

Yields: about 4 servings.

4️⃣ 👩‍🍳 Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly oil a large cast-iron skillet.
2. Roast the garlic (if using whole head): slice the top off the head, drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast 35–40 minutes until very soft. Let cool, then squeeze cloves into a small bowl and mash into a paste. (Tip: you can roast garlic ahead.)
3. Prepare potatoes: wash and halve the baby potatoes (leave skins on). Parboil in salted water for 8–10 minutes until just tender when pierced with a fork — this gives tender insides and crisp edges. Drain well.
4. Make garlic butter: melt butter in a small saucepan or microwave. Stir in roasted garlic paste (or minced fresh garlic), olive oil (if using), salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. If using fresh garlic, let the butter rest for a minute to mellow the raw bite.
5. Toss potatoes: in a large bowl, toss the drained potatoes with the garlic butter mixture and chopped rosemary. Make sure every potato is lightly coated.
6. Roast: spread potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet or skillet, cut-side down if halved. Roast 25–35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden brown and crisp at the edges. For extra crispness, broil 2–3 minutes at the end (watch closely).
7. Finish and serve: remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley and lemon zest (if using). Serve hot.

Cooking time overview: 8–10 minutes parboil + 25–35 minutes roast (plus 35–40 minutes if roasting whole garlic separately). Total active time: ~20–30 minutes.

5️⃣ 💡 Tips & Variations:

• Tip: Don’t overcrowd the pan — give potatoes room to crisp. Use two pans if needed.
• Tip: For even browning, place cut-side down and let them roast undisturbed for the first 15 minutes.
• Tip: Use a cast-iron skillet for the best crust. Convection ovens shorten roasting time by ~5–10 minutes.
• Healthier swap: Reduce butter to 2 tablespoons and increase olive oil for more heart-healthy fats.
• Vegan option: Use vegan butter or extra virgin olive oil in place of butter — the flavor is still rich and satisfying.
• Low-carb alternative: Substitute cauliflower florets — roast with the same garlic butter (or olive oil) but reduce roasting time to 20–25 minutes until golden.
• Crispy shortcut: Toss potatoes with 1 tablespoon cornstarch before roasting to get an extra-crispy exterior.
• Flavor variations: Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan before the last 5 minutes of roasting, or toss with chopped dill and lemon for a bright finish.
• Serving ideas: Pair with roasted chicken, grilled steak, pan-seared salmon, or a simple green salad. They’re also excellent on a holiday buffet or as part of a brunch spread.
• Storing leftovers: Cool to room temperature, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on a baking sheet at 400°F (200°C) or in an air fryer for 6–8 minutes to refresh crispiness. Avoid microwaving if you want to keep them crisp.

7️⃣ 🩺 Health & Lifestyle Tie-in (Optional)

Potatoes are a great source of potassium and vitamin C, and when eaten with their skins, they provide fiber too. Swapping part of the butter with olive oil or using a plant-based alternative makes this dish friendlier to heart-healthy diets. Little choices—like cooking more meals at home—add up: not only does homemade food often taste better, but it can help control portion sizes and ingredients, which may lower healthcare costs over time. Eating thoughtfully is one small way to care for your body and budget.

8️⃣ ❤️ Conclusion:

Roasted Garlic Butter Potatoes are the kind of simple, comforting recipe that becomes a family favorite — easy enough for a weeknight, special enough for a holiday. If you make this dish, let me know in the comments or tag me — I’d love to see your version (and any tweaks you make). Happy roasting!

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Roasted Garlic Butter Potatoes

Easy homemade Roasted Garlic Butter Potatoes — crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and full of roasted garlic butter flavor. Perfect for weeknights, Sunday family meals, and holidays.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Comfort Food, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 2 pounds baby potatoes (red or Yukon gold), halved if large
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (or 3 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp olive oil)
• 1 whole head roasted garlic (or 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (if not using all butter)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for depth)
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for serving)
• 1 teaspoon zest of lemon (optional for brightness)

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly oil a large cast-iron skillet.
2. Roast the garlic: slice the top off the head, drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35–40 minutes until very soft. Let cool, then squeeze cloves into a small bowl and mash into a paste.
3. Wash and halve the baby potatoes (leave skins on). Parboil in salted water for 8–10 minutes until just tender when pierced with a fork. Drain well.

Cooking

1. Melt butter in a small saucepan or microwave. Stir in roasted garlic paste, olive oil (if using), salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
2. In a large bowl, toss the drained potatoes with the garlic butter mixture and chopped rosemary, ensuring all potatoes are lightly coated.
3. Spread potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet or skillet, cut-side down if halved. Roast for 25–35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden brown and crisp at the edges.
4. For extra crispness, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.

Finishing Touch

1. Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley and lemon zest (if using). Serve hot.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the pan — give potatoes room to crisp. For even browning, place cut-side down and let them roast undisturbed for the first 15 minutes. Use a cast-iron skillet for the best crust.