# Easy Oven Roasted Potatoes

> Oven roasted potatoes are an easy side dish that goes with pretty much any meal!

**Prep time:** 1 hour 5 minutes
**Cook time:** 30 minutes
**Total time:** 1 hour 35 minutes
**Servings:** 6

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## Ingredients

- 2 lbs red or yellow skinned potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3 tbsp fresh herbs chopped (rosemary, parsley, thyme, basil)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- coarse salt and pepper to taste

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## Shopping List

### 🥬 Produce
- [ ] 2 lbs red or yellow skinned potatoes
- [ ] Fresh herbs: rosemary, parsley, thyme, basil (need 3 tbsp total)

### 🥫 Pantry
- [ ] Olive oil (need 2 tbsp)

### 🧂 Spices & Seasonings
- [ ] Garlic powder (need 1 tsp)
- [ ] Paprika (need 1/2 tsp)
- [ ] Coarse salt and pepper

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## Instructions

1. **Preheat oven.** Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. **Prepare potatoes.** Scrub potatoes (do not peel them). Dice into 1" cubes.

3. **Optional soak.** If time allows, soak potatoes in cold water for up to 1 hour. (This removes starch and makes for a fluffier potato). Drain and dry potatoes, if required.

4. **Season potatoes.** Toss potatoes, olive oil, herbs, and seasonings.

5. **Bake.** Place on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes until browned and tender.

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## Serving Ideas

- Perfect side dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner
- Serve alongside roasted chicken or grilled steak
- Great with eggs for breakfast
- Pair with a fresh garden salad

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## Notes

- Use any combination of herbs you'd like. Dry spices/herbs can be substituted, use 1-2 teaspoons dry herbs in place of fresh.
- Any kind of potatoes will work in this recipe and peeling potatoes is optional.

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## Nutrition Information

**Per serving:** 147 calories | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 687mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 101u | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1.1mg