Description
Crispy Rosemary Butter Roasted Potatoes are golden-brown, buttery bites infused with fragrant fresh rosemary and roasted garlic. Perfect as a flavorful side dish, these potatoes combine creamy interiors with a crisp, seasoned exterior, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for an irresistible texture and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 3 pounds small Yukon gold potatoes
Butter Mixture
- 6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, plus 3 rosemary sprigs
- 4–6 cloves garlic, smashed
Seasonings
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- Flaky sea salt, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) so it’s ready to roast the potatoes to crispy perfection.
- Prepare the potatoes. Wash and dry the small Yukon gold potatoes thoroughly. If they are on the larger side, cut them to roughly uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Melt the butter and mix with herbs. In a small bowl, combine the melted salted butter with the chopped fresh rosemary and smashed garlic cloves to infuse the butter with aromatic flavor.
- Toss the potatoes. Place the potatoes in a large mixing bowl, pour the rosemary butter mixture over them, and season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss well to coat all the potatoes evenly with the butter and seasoning.
- Arrange for roasting. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Nestle the 3 rosemary sprigs among the potatoes for additional fragrance as they roast.
- Roast the potatoes. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for about 45-50 minutes. Halfway through cooking, use a spatula to flip and stir the potatoes to encourage even browning and crispiness on all sides.
- Check for doneness. The potatoes are done when they have a golden brown, crispy exterior and a tender, creamy inside. Remove from the oven once they reach this desired texture.
- Serve and garnish. Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle with flaky sea salt to enhance their flavor and add delightful crunch. Discard the rosemary sprigs before serving. Enjoy warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Use Yukon gold potatoes for a creamy texture that crisps beautifully.
- Flipping the potatoes halfway through cooking helps them brown evenly.
- Smashed garlic imparts subtle aroma; remove or mince finely if you prefer a milder taste.
- Flaky sea salt at the end adds a perfect finishing crunch and enhances flavor.
- These potatoes pair excellently with roasted meats, grilled dishes, or a fresh salad.
Keywords: roasted potatoes, crispy potatoes, rosemary potatoes, butter roasted potatoes, side dish, Yukon gold potatoes