Sometimes it’s necessary to state the obvious. These roasted potatoes are a standard accompaniment to meat and fish. They may be predictable, but they are also a classy reflection of simplicity. The ingredients are minimal (it’s all about the potato) and the method is easy (toss and roast). The results are, well, obvious: delicious crispy, salt-tinged potatoes. That’s the kind of predictability I will rely on any day of the week.
Roasted Potatoes with Sea Salt and Thyme
Salt the potatoes just before roasting to prevent them from exuding water.
Serves 4 as a side dish.
1 1/2 pounds small or new organic potatoes, with skin
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for serving
Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 to 4 thyme sprigs
Sea salt flakes for garnish
Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Quarter the potatoes (or halve if very small) and place in a large bowl with the garlic. Drizzle the oil over the potatoes and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper and toss again. Dump the potatoes onto a rimmed baking sheet and spread evenly. Scatter the thyme sprigs around the potatoes. Place the baking tray on the lowest rack in the oven and bake 30 minutes without disturbing. Move the baking tray to the top half of the oven and continue to bake until tender and golden, 20 to 30 minutes more. Remove and transfer the potatoes to a bowl. Pour in an extra glugg of oil and stir to coat. Garnish with additional sea salt and fresh snipped thyme leaves.
Simple and stylish – these work for me and a lovely strong image! c
Simplicity does wonders and never fails to impress.. This dish is yet another example that proves it 🙂
Simple dishes are also delicious and this one is no exception!
Cheers,
Rosa
Beautiful pic
I wonder how this would taste with sweet potatoes? Hm, might be trying that tonight. Beautiful photo 🙂
Sweet potatoes will work, too – but they will be softer and need less time to cook.