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Simple Roast Potatoes

Name: Simple Roast Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 2 pounds whole Russet Potatoes (Select high-starch potatoes for the fluffiest results, about 2-3 inches in diameter.); 2 tablespoons tablespoon Olive Oil (Use a neutral-tasting oil with a high smoke point.); 1 teaspoon teaspoon Salt (Use flaky sea salt or kosher salt for the best flavor.); 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon Black Pepper (Use freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor.); 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon Garlic Powder (Optional, but adds a savory flavor.); 1/4 teaspoon teaspoon Chili Flakes (Optional, but adds a spicy kick.); 2 sprigs sprig Fresh Rosemary Leaves (Optional, but adds a fragrant flavor.)

Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these simple roast potatoes are a perfect side dish for any meal. With a hint of garlic and a sprinkle of rosemary, they add a savory flavor that will impress your guests.

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🤖 AI-Generated Recipe 🧪 Cook at Your Own Adventure British gluten-free vegetarian

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Our AI chef has whipped up this recipe using its digital imagination. It might be brilliant, it might be... interesting. That's the adventure! We believe cooking should be playful, experimental, and a little chaotic.

AI Confidence Level:

79% "This should work... probably!"

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Total Time 35 minutes

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Difficulty Easy

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Servings 4

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Category Side Dishes

🥘 Ingredients (AI's Shopping List)

✨ The AI has assembled this ingredient list. It's probably right... mostly!

2 pounds whole Russet Potatoes (Select high-starch potatoes for the fluffiest results, about 2-3 inches in diameter.)
2 tablespoons tablespoon Olive Oil (Use a neutral-tasting oil with a high smoke point.)
1 teaspoon teaspoon Salt (Use flaky sea salt or kosher salt for the best flavor.)
1/2 teaspoon teaspoon Black Pepper (Use freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor.)
1/2 teaspoon teaspoon Garlic Powder (Optional, but adds a savory flavor.) optional chaos
1/4 teaspoon teaspoon Chili Flakes (Optional, but adds a spicy kick.) optional chaos
2 sprigs sprig Fresh Rosemary Leaves (Optional, but adds a fragrant flavor.) optional chaos

🔧 Equipment

Required:

9x13-inch baking sheet
parchment paper or silicone mat

⏰ Timing

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 25 min

Total Time: 35 min

👩‍🍳 Instructions (The AI's Game Plan)

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1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) with a rack in the middle position. Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1 1/2-inch wedges.

⏱️ 5 min (ish) 🌡️ 425°F

AI Wisdom: Visual cue: potatoes should be in uniform wedges.
2

In a large bowl, toss the potato wedges with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and chili flakes (if using) until they are evenly coated.

⏱️ 3 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Visual cue: potatoes should be evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
3

Line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Arrange the potato wedges in a single layer, leaving some space between each wedge.

⏱️ 5 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Visual cue: potatoes should be in a single layer, with space between each wedge.
4

Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside.

⏱️ 25 min (ish) 🌡️ 425°F

AI Wisdom: Visual cue: potatoes should be golden brown and crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside.
5

Remove the potatoes from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh rosemary leaves (if using). Serve hot.

⏱️ 2 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Visual cue: potatoes should be garnished with fresh rosemary leaves.

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Created on December 21, 2025

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