Description
Crispy garlic potatoes emerge as a mouthwatering side dish that promises pure comfort and flavor. Grilled with golden cheese and herbs, these potatoes deliver a delightful crunch you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) baby potatoes (Yukon Gold or red potatoes), halved or quartered
Cheese & Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Liquid & Herbs:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the grill to a robust 400°F (200°C), ensuring an even and consistent heat distribution for optimal potato cooking.
- Transform raw potatoes into flavor-packed morsels by thoroughly coating them with a lustrous blend of melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, smoky paprika, and aromatic Italian seasoning in a generously sized mixing vessel.
- Create protective culinary pouches by strategically dividing the seasoned potato mixture onto substantial sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, meticulously folding and sealing the edges to trap moisture and flavor.
- Carefully position the sealed foil packets directly onto preheated grill grates, allowing indirect heat to gently transform the potatoes into tender, succulent morsels through a 25-30 minute cooking process.
- Midway through grilling, delicately rotate the foil packets to guarantee uniform cooking and prevent potential scorching.
- During the final moments of grilling, cautiously unveil the foil packets and lavishly sprinkle a triumvirate of cheeses – sharp cheddar, creamy mozzarella, and nutty Parmesan – across the potatoes.
- Close the grill lid and allow the cheese to melt into a luxurious, bubbling blanket for approximately 5 additional minutes.
- Extract the potato packets from the grill, garnish with freshly chopped parsley and vibrant green onions, then serve immediately while radiating warmth and enticing aroma.
Notes
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best texture and even cooking.
- Cube potatoes uniformly to ensure consistent grilling and prevent some pieces from burning while others remain undercooked.
- Use heavy-duty aluminum foil to prevent tearing and potential leakage during grilling.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like gouda, fontina, or blue cheese for unique flavor profiles.
- For a healthier version, swap butter with olive oil and use low-fat cheese alternatives.
- Create a spicy version by adding red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Ensure potatoes are completely sealed in foil to trap steam and create tender, flavorful results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg