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    Melting potatoes sliced into rounds, roasted with herbs and garlic on a white plate.

    Melting Potatoes

    If you're looking for a side dish that’s crispy on the outside, melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside, and bursting with flavor, Melting Potatoes are the answer! This simple yet elegant recipe transforms humble russet potatoes into golden, buttery perfection.
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 35 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 4

    Ingredients

    • 4 large russet potatoes, remove the ends then slice into 1 inch slices
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp pepper
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 8 tbsp butter, divided
    • 2 sprigs rosemary
    • 8 cloves garlic
    • 1 cup chicken broth

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
      Add potatoes, olive oil, salt and pepper to a medium bowl. Toss to coat the potatoes in the oil and seasoning.
    • Heat an oven safe skillet over medium high heat. Add in 4 tbsp of butter.
      Once melted add in the potatoes, rosemary and garlic cloves.
      Cook over medium high heat for 3-4 minutes or until the potatoes get a golden brown sear on them.
    • Flip the potatoes then pour on the chicken broth. Add in the remaining 4 tbsp butter.
    • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender.
    • Serve the potatoes with the broth on top and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Use an oven safe skillet! Either a cast iron or stainless steel skillet works best. Both of these types of pans will sear the potatoes well and can transfer seamlessly into the oven!
    • Don’t skip the sear! Searing the potatoes before baking ensures you get a crispy exterior on both sides of the potatoes. 
    • Slice the potatoes into evenly sized pieces. I like to slice the potatoes into 1 inch thick rounds. This will ensure even cooking and all the potatoes will be finished cooking at the same time!

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 567kcalCarbohydrates: 69gProtein: 9gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 61mgSodium: 999mgPotassium: 1584mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 708IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg