Description
Creamy garlic sauce baby potatoes bring Mediterranean comfort right to kitchen tables with irresistible charm. Silky herbs and roasted garlic create a simple yet luxurious side dish you can savor with pure culinary pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) baby potatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Spices:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Elements:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Initiate potato preparation by carefully halving baby potatoes and coating them with a light drizzle of olive oil, ensuring each piece receives an even seasoning of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Arrange potato halves on a baking sheet, creating a single layer without overcrowding to guarantee optimal roasting. Place in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for approximately 25-30 minutes, rotating midway to achieve a uniform golden-brown exterior and tender interior.
- During potato roasting, craft the luxurious garlic sauce by gently sautéing minced garlic in a skillet until it releases its aromatic essence and transforms to a delicate golden hue, taking care to prevent burning.
- Introduce heavy cream, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning to the skillet, allowing the mixture to simmer and gradually thicken, creating a velvety smooth base for the sauce.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese into the simmering sauce, stirring continuously until completely melted and integrated, then fine-tune the flavor profile with additional salt and pepper according to personal preference.
- Transfer the perfectly roasted potatoes into a generously sized serving vessel, then cascade the creamy garlic sauce over them, gently tossing to ensure each potato is lavishly coated.
- Elevate the dish’s visual appeal and flavor complexity by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley across the surface, then serve immediately to preserve the optimal temperature and texture.
Notes
- Prevent burning garlic by using low-medium heat and constantly stirring during sautéing to maintain delicate flavor and avoid bitterness.
- Select waxy baby potato varieties like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for best roasting results, ensuring crispy exterior and creamy interior.
- Create dairy-free version by substituting heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream and using nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan cheese.
- Enhance flavor profile by adding optional ingredients like red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, or fresh thyme to customize sauce complexity and depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg