Description
Savory cheesy ranch oven roasted potatoes deliver a mouthwatering comfort dish that elevates simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing side. Golden crispy edges and creamy centers make this recipe irresistible for family dinners and casual gatherings you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning and Oil:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 400°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure optimal potato roasting conditions.
- Create a flavor-packed coating by combining olive oil with ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl, thoroughly coating each potato cube with the zesty mixture.
- Distribute the seasoned potato cubes evenly across the prepared baking sheet, ensuring maximum surface area exposure for crispy, golden edges.
- Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven, rotating them midway through the cooking process to promote uniform browning and prevent uneven cooking.
- During the final roasting stage, generously sprinkle both cheddar and Parmesan cheeses over the potatoes, allowing them to melt into a luxurious, golden blanket.
- Complete the dish by transferring the molten, cheese-covered potatoes to a serving platter, optionally garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant touch of color and herbal brightness.
Notes
- Adjust ranch seasoning to taste, using homemade or store-bought mix for personalized flavor intensity.
- For crispy exterior, ensure potato pieces are similar size and not overcrowded on baking sheet, allowing proper air circulation.
- Swap regular potatoes with sweet potatoes or cauliflower for low-carb alternative, maintaining similar cooking technique and cheese topping.
- Use dairy-free cheese alternatives like nutritional yeast or vegan cheese shreds for lactose-intolerant or plant-based dietary needs, keeping recipe’s core essence intact.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg