Get ready to transform your ordinary potato side dish into a restaurant-worthy masterpiece! These Garlic Roasted Potatoes with Sage and Prosciutto are not just a recipe, they're a culinary journey that combines the rustic charm of Italian cuisine with mind-blowing flavors. Imagine perfectly crispy potatoes, infused with aromatic garlic and fresh sage, then crowned with crisp, salty prosciutto - this dish is about to become your new obsession in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
- 4 ounces prosciutto, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly under cold running water. Pat them dry completely with clean kitchen towels to ensure crispy roasting.
- Cut the baby potatoes in half, ensuring they are roughly equal in size to promote even cooking. Place the halved potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
- Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Chop the fresh sage leaves into small, uniform pieces.
- Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes. Add minced garlic, chopped sage, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Toss the potatoes gently to ensure they are evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer without overcrowding. This helps achieve maximum crispiness.
- Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning them once halfway through cooking to ensure even browning and crispy edges.
- While potatoes are roasting, slice the prosciutto into small, crispy pieces.
- During the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle the chopped prosciutto over the potatoes to allow it to crisp up slightly.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven when they are golden brown, crispy on the outside, and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Transfer the roasted potatoes to a serving platter. Garnish with additional fresh sage leaves if desired. Serve hot as a delicious side dish.
Tips
- Dry Potatoes Are Crispy Potatoes: Always thoroughly pat your potatoes dry before roasting. Excess moisture is the enemy of crispiness!
- Single Layer Magic: Spread potatoes cut-side down in a single layer without overcrowding. This ensures maximum browning and crisp edges.
- Olive Oil Temperature: Use high-quality olive oil and make sure it coats every potato evenly for consistent roasting.
- Timing is Everything: Add prosciutto in the last 5 minutes of cooking to prevent burning while allowing it to crisp perfectly.
- Oven Positioning: Use the middle rack for even heat distribution and rotate the baking sheet halfway through cooking.
- Fresh Herbs Matter: Use fresh sage if possible - it provides a more vibrant and intense flavor compared to dried herbs.Pro Tip: Let the potatoes rest for 2-3 minutes after removing from the oven to help them crisp up even more!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
