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Golden-brown roasted potatoes with crispy edges, nestled in a rustic wooden bowl on a weathered stone table, garnished with fresh rosemary sprigs and flaky sea salt, against a backdrop of misty green hills and distant mountain peaks, evoking the Shire landscape.

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Crispy roasted potatoes with rosemary and garlic, themed for a magical Hobbit feast.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and quartered
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place potatoes in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, rosemary, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread evenly on prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Roast for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  5. Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, parboil potatoes for 5 minutes before roasting.
  • Add chopped thyme or sage for variation.
  • Serve with ranch dip or sour cream for an epic hobbit-themed side.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: New Zealand-inspired (Shire setting)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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