🧀🥔 Crispy Parmesan Baked Potatoes
📝 Ingredients:
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4 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes, halved lengthwise
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½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated works best)
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2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder (optional)
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1–2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
🔧 Equipment:
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Baking sheet or 9×13-inch pan
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Parchment paper (optional for easy cleanup)
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
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Set oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Parmesan Crust:
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In a small bowl, mix:
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Parmesan cheese
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Garlic powder
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Paprika
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Salt & pepper
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3. Oil the Pan:
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Drizzle olive oil or melted butter onto the bottom of a baking dish or sheet pan.
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Spread it around evenly with a brush or paper towel.
4. Add the Cheese Mix:
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Sprinkle the Parmesan mixture evenly over the oiled surface in the shape of where the potato halves will go. This creates that crispy crust.
5. Place Potatoes:
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Place the cut side down of each potato half onto the cheese/oil layer.
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Press gently to ensure good contact.
6. Bake:
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Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese underneath is golden brown and crispy.
7. Cool Slightly & Serve:
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Let rest for 5 minutes, then use a spatula to lift each potato, keeping the crust intact.
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Sprinkle with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
🧂 Serving Ideas:
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Great as a side dish for grilled meats, chicken, or burgers.
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Serve with sour cream, ranch, or garlic aioli for dipping.
Want a spicy version, or need it to be dairy-free?
