Creamy Polenta

This creamy polenta recipe is cozy, comforting, and a godsend on busy weeknights! Simple to make in under 25 minutes it can easily be turned into a meal with our favorite toppings. Gluten-free and vegan-adaptable.

This creamy polenta recipe is cozy, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights; it is easy to make in under 25 minutes! Gluten-free and vegan-adaptable.
This creamy polenta recipe is cozy, comforting, and a godsend on busy weeknights! Simple to make in under 25 minutes it can easily be turned into a meal with our favorite toppings. Gluten-free and vegan-adaptable.

Sautéed Zucchini – Quick, Easy Side

This easy and versatile sautéed zucchini recipe pairs perfectly with any main dish. Cooked in olive oil with butter, garlic, and basil, mild zucchini develops a rich, nutty flavor. Optional add-ins are tomato, onion, or mushrooms.

This easy and versatile sautéed zucchini recipe pairs perfectly with any main dish. Cooked in olive oil with butter, garlic, and basil, mild zucchini develops a rich, nutty flavor. Optional add-ins are tomato, onion, or mushrooms.

Garlicky Crispy Potatoes with All The Herbs.

Our favorite crispy roasted potatoes are unreal! These potatoes are super buttery, rich and cloud-like inside with a super crunchy crispy exterior. Drizzle with garlic butter, top with all the fresh herbs and serve! Heaven on a dish. If you’re up to your eyeballs in fresh herbs, I’ve got you covered! These super crispy potatoes […]

The post Garlicky Crispy Potatoes with All The Herbs. appeared first on How Sweet Eats.

Our favorite crispy roasted potatoes are unreal! These potatoes are super buttery, rich and cloud-like inside with a super crunchy crispy exterior. Drizzle with garlic butter, top with all the fresh herbs and serve! Heaven on a dish.

If you’re up to your eyeballs in fresh herbs, I’ve got you covered!

best crispy roasted potatoes with herbs

These super crispy potatoes are served drizzled in garlic butter and a ton of fresh, bright herbs for the ultimate late summer flavor punch.

It’s going to be your new favorite side dish! 

best crispy roasted potatoes with herbs

Potatoes were my favorite food growing up!!

Cue all the exclamation points. I’ve been telling you that for over 16 years now (!!!) and it’s so true. Potatoes, in every single form available, were my favorite food as a kid. 

I loved potatoes! 

And I still love potatoes. I adore them in all ways, and this way is one of the best. 

best crispy roasted potatoes with herbs

These super crispy potatoes and very tender inside – almost cloud-like. There is a reason for that, and it’s a high-maintenance one. You have to parboil the potatoes before roasting.

Then, you shake them in a big bowl of pot, and this gets the potatoes slightly mushy. 

But it’s a GOOD mushy, because all those tender potato bits?

In the oven, they turn to roasty, toasty, crispy bites. IT IS AMAZING. 

Like after making roasted potatoes this way you may not want to go back. 

best crispy roasted potatoes with herbs

Super crispy and crunchy on the outside.

Creamy and buttery on the side.

What else can you ask for?

It’s almost as if the potato inside the crispy shell is whipped. It’s wild! So crunchy, yet so soft. The texture is fabulous. 

best crispy roasted potatoes with herbs

Now that I’ve rambled about the potatoes forever, let’s talk about the herbs.

I have ten billion herb plants right now. They are taking over all of my pots and planters. And well, they are on their way out, so I like to find BIG ways to use them up. 

Such as chopping up a ton of them and sprinkling them on potatoes with melty garlic butter.

DREAMS. 

best crispy roasted potatoes with herbs

Obviously, potatoes are fairly neutral. That means you can use whatever herbs you have and love. My current faves are basil, parsley, cilantro, chives and dill. Then I also throw in some green onions. I have a ton of those too! 

So, there isn’t really a recipe here. 

Parboil, shake and roast the potatoes. 

Melt some butter and add a few minced garlic cloves. Add some herbs if you want too! 

Chop up a metric ton of herbs and sprinkle everything on top. 

best crispy roasted potatoes with herbs

Delicious! Goes with just about anything. You can make these with a grilled steak or serve them with thanksgiving dinner. Heck, you can dip them in sauce and that alone can be your dinner.

I like your style. 

best crispy roasted potatoes with herbs

Best Crispy Roasted Potatoes

Print

Crispy Potatoes with Garlic Butter and Herbs

Our favorite crispy roasted potatoes are unreal! These potatoes are super buttery, rich and cloud-like inside with a super crunchy crispy exterior. Drizzle with garlic butter, top with all the fresh herbs and serve! Heaven on a dish.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings 4 to 6
Author How Sweet Eats

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds petite gold potatoes, halved
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • kosher salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • cup chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, cilantro, dill, chives, green onions

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the potatoes, the baking soda and a few big pinches of salt. Boil until just slightly fork tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes and place them back in the pot for 1 minute. Transfer them to a large bowl (you want it significantly larger!) and drizzle with the olive oil. Sprinkle all over with salt and pepper. Shake the bowl roughly for a few minutes until the potato pieces look like they are pasty and covered in a layer of potato mush. This is good!
  • Place the potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes, then shake and flip the potatoes. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes more, until they are deeply golden. You can continue to roast them until they are deeply golden if 20 minutes isn’t enough. Just be sure to check them!
  • While the potatoes roast, melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add the garlic cloves. Turn off the heat.
  • Chop the herbs and mix them together.
  • Remove the potatoes and place them on a large plate. Drizzle all over with the garlic butter. Sprinkle on the herbs and toss to gently mix together. Serve immediately!

Notes

method from serious eats

best crispy roasted potatoes with herbs

Crunch crunch.

The post Garlicky Crispy Potatoes with All The Herbs. appeared first on How Sweet Eats.

25 Easy Vegetable Side Dishes

Vegetable side dishes are often my favorite part of dinner. No offense to the main course, but I find that vegetable side dishes are what make the meal fun. They add a pop of color, fresh flavor, and variety to the table. Even basic roasted broccoli is…


Vegetable side dishes are often my favorite part of dinner. No offense to the main course, but I find that vegetable side dishes are what make the meal fun. They add a pop of color, fresh flavor, and variety to the table. Even basic roasted broccoli is so tasty that I want to eat it straight off the baking sheet! I’m sharing 25 of my go-to vegetable side dishes below. I’ve made all these recipes time and time again. Each one is simple enough to prep for a weeknight dinner, but also flavorful enough to serve at a holiday feast. Try […]

Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini

Delicious stuffed zucchini packed with Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini packed with bold Mediterranean flavors like feta, roasted red peppers, and olives. A simple healthy meal or deliciously fun side dish!
The post Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini appeare…

Delicious stuffed zucchini packed with Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini packed with bold Mediterranean flavors like feta, roasted red peppers, and olives. A simple healthy meal or deliciously fun side dish!

The post Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini appeared first on The Stay At Home Chef.

Ranch Potatoes

This Ranch potatoes recipe is bound to become a family favorite! With just 4 ingredients and easy prep, you’ll have a flavorful side dish ready in no time. These roasted ranch potatoes pair perfectly with chicken, beef, or pork for a delicious meal eve…

This Ranch potatoes recipe is bound to become a family favorite! With just 4 ingredients and easy prep, you'll have a flavorful side dish ready in no time. These roasted ranch potatoes pair perfectly with chicken, beef, or pork for a delicious meal everyone will love.

Poutine

A bowl filled with Canadian Poutin, including fries topped with white cheese curd and gravy.Our classic Canadian Poutine recipe has french fries and cheese curds with homemade gravy poured on top. This popular dish only takes a few minutes to prepare and makes a fun appetizer or side dish. If you love appetizers, try Cowboy Caviar, Stromboli, Potato Skins, or an Easy Shrimp Cocktail! How to make Poutine: Cook…

A bowl filled with Canadian Poutin, including fries topped with white cheese curd and gravy.

Our classic Canadian Poutine recipe has french fries and cheese curds with homemade gravy poured on top. This popular dish only takes a few minutes to prepare and makes a fun appetizer or side dish.

If you love appetizers, try Cowboy Caviar, Stromboli, Potato Skins, or an Easy Shrimp Cocktail!

A Canadian poutine recipe in a bowl topped with cheese curds and brown gravy.

Shhh… Don’t tell Canada, but you can make an epic Poutine at home.

I fell in love with Poutine when my husband and I lived in Edmonton, Alberta for a summer. If you’re not familiar, it’s a bed of french fries topped with cheese curds and hot gravy, and it’s heavenly! Comfort food at it’s best. It’s appropriate for any day, but we especially enjoy it on game days, as a party appetizer, of a fun side dish to burgers or other grilled meat and veggies. You could also make it a fun meal by topping with pulled pork, steak, shredded chicken, or crumbled bacon.

How to make Poutine:

Cook Fries: I love my homemade French Fries recipe (includes instructions for frying, baking or air-frying french fries) but frozen store-bought fries will work great. Make the gravy while the fries are cooking.

Two images showing french fries cooked golden brown, spread on a sheet pan, then after the french fries are in a bowl with white cheese curds spread on top.

Make Gravy: Place butter in a pan over medium heat until melted. Add flour and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes. Add onion powder and bouillon then stir. Slowly pour in broth while whisking until smooth and thickened. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.

Assemble: When the fries are hot and cooked, place cheese curds on top. White cheese curds are the authentic option, but orange work, or if you have a hard time finding cheese curd you could tear soft mozzarella into chunks. Ladle warm gravy on top. Grab a fork and enjoy!

Two images showing how to make poutine by making poutine gravy in a saucepan, then poured on top of an easy poutine recipe.

Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions:

To Make Ahead: You can make the gravy up to 3 days ahead of time, stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Rewarm on the stove or in the microwave.

To Freeze: The components of this dish can be frozen separately. Keep the fries in a freezer safe bag, the curds in a separate freezer bag, and the gravy can be frozen in container, bag, or even in an ice cube tray, for up to 3 months.

Recipe Variations:

Follow me for more great recipes

A Canadian poutine recipe in a bowl topped with cheese curds and brown gravy.
Print

Poutine

This Canadian Poutine recipe has french fries with cheese curds and homemade gravy poured on top. It's easy to make from home as a fun appetizer or delicious side dish.
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Canadian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 319kcal
Cost $10

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs French Fries (or 24oz bag frozen)
  • 1 ½ cups cheese curds*

Poutine Gravy:

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon beef bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Fries: Cook according to recipe or package instructions.
  • Gravy: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring well. Add bouillons and onion powder then stir. Slowly whisk in the broth until smooth. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened. Taste and season with salt and pepper, as needed. (Add a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch dissolved in a little water) if you want a thicker gravy, or add additional broth to thin the gravy, as needed). Remove from heat.
  • Assemble: Add fries to a large serving bowl (or divide between 4 serving containers, for 4 individual servings). Top with cheese curds and ladle gravy on top. Grab a fork and enjoy!

Video

Notes

Make Ahead Instructions: You can make the gravy up to 3 days ahead of time, stored airtight container in the fridge. Rewarm on the stove or in the microwave.
Freeze Instructions: The components of this dish (fries, gravy and cheese curds) can be frozen in separate freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.
Sweet Potato Poutine: Just swap out the regular fries for sweet potato fries.
Make it a meal: Top it with pulled pork, steak, chicken, or crumbled bacon.

Nutrition

Calories: 319kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 550mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 355IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 314mg | Iron: 1mg

Follow Me

Get recipe ideas weekly!

I originally shared this recipe September 2021. Updated September 2024.

Cheesy Zucchini Casserole

Zucchini meets cheesy goodness in this easy casserole, topped with buttery Ritz crackers. It’s the ultimate zucchini side dish!
The post Cheesy Zucchini Casserole appeared first on The Stay At Home Chef.

Zucchini meets cheesy goodness in this easy casserole, topped with buttery Ritz crackers. It's the ultimate zucchini side dish!

The post Cheesy Zucchini Casserole appeared first on The Stay At Home Chef.

Grape Jelly Meatballs (Crockpot)

With only three easy ingredients, these simple, sweet and savory crockpot meatballs are the perfect quick appetizer. Frozen meatballs, grape jelly, and barbecue sauce are mixed and simmered in the slow cooker.

With only three easy ingredients, these simple, sweet and savory crockpot meatballs are the perfect quick appetizer. Frozen meatballs, grape jelly, and barbecue sauce are mixed and simmered in the slow cooker.