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Best Easy Sheet Pan Scored Potatoes

Best Easy Sheet Pan Scored Potatoes
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The Best Easy Sheet Pan Scored Potatoes recipe offers a simple yet impressive side dish combining crispy, golden edges with tender, fluffy centers. Scoring the potatoes allows seasoning and heat to penetrate deeply, creating rich, savory flavors with minimal effort. Perfect for any occasion, this one-pan wonder delivers comfort food that’s both easy to prepare and delicious to eat.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 medium to large Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Potatoes: Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Using a sharp knife, carefully score the surface of each potato with shallow, even cuts about 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep all around, being careful not to cut all the way through. This helps seasoning and heat penetrate, ensuring crispy edges and a soft interior.
  2. Season Generously: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic (or garlic powder), salt, pepper, smoked paprika (if using), and fresh herbs. Brush or drizzle this mixture onto each scored potato, making sure the oil seeps into the cuts for full flavor and crispness.
  3. Arrange on a Sheet Pan: Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly greased aluminum foil. Place the seasoned potatoes on the pan, spacing them apart to avoid crowding, which prevents steaming and ensures crisp roasting.
  4. Roast to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Roast the potatoes for 35 to 45 minutes, turning them halfway through to promote even browning. They are done when edges are golden and crisp and a knife easily slides into the center.
  5. Serve Warm and Enjoy: Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve hot for the best balance of crispy exterior and fluffy interior, garnished as desired.

Notes

  • Use even-sized potatoes for uniform cooking.
  • Use a sharp knife to score the potatoes without smashing them.
  • Dry potatoes thoroughly before applying oil to avoid steaming.
  • Maintain high oven heat for a golden crust.
  • Turn potatoes halfway through roasting to ensure even crispness.
  • Make sure seasoning penetrates the scored cuts for maximum flavor.

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Keywords: Sheet pan potatoes, scored potatoes, roasted potatoes, crispy potatoes, easy side dish, comfort food

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