Oven-baked young potatoes: A simple yet delicious summer delight

Oven-baked potatoes are one dish that impresses with their simplicity and flavour while not requiring much effort. It’s the perfect solution to prepare a quick, delicious dinner for the whole family without spending long hours in the kitchen. Instead of the classic boiled young potatoes, try them baked – they are tastier and more aromatic. Oven-baked potatoes make a perfect, hearty dish that cooks itself while you can take care of something else.

There is nothing simpler than seasoning potatoes and placing them in the oven. In just about 40 minutes, you have a ready meal that will appeal to both children and adults. The aroma of baked potatoes with your favourite spices will surely draw all family members to the kitchen, and they will ask for seconds!

Oven-baked potatoes are a great alternative to traditional boiled young potatoes that often grace our plates in the summer. Their preparation doesn’t require complicated techniques, and the end result will delight even the most selective gourmets.

Ingredients:

        
• young potatoes
• olive oil
• salt
• pepper
• favourite herbs (e.g., rosemary, thyme, oregano)

Preparation:

    
1. Preparing the potatoes: Thoroughly scrub the young potatoes, then cut them in half or quarters (depending on their size).
2. Marinating: Put the potatoes in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and your favourite herbs. Gently mix so all potatoes are evenly coated with the seasonings.
3. Baking: Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place the prepared potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 40 minutes or until the potatoes are soft and golden.

Baked potatoes are an excellent base for many culinary experiments. You can serve them as a standalone dish, as a side to meat or fish, or as a salad ingredient.

• Herbal: Add fresh herbs such as rosemary, thyme, marjoram, or garlic to the potatoes.
• Spicy: For spice lovers, chilli pepper, cayenne, or cayenne pepper work great.
• Cheesy: After baking, sprinkle the potatoes with grated cheese, such as Parmesan or cheddar.
• Vegetable: Add chopped vegetables like courgette, bell pepper, or onion to the potatoes.

Baked potatoes are a delicious and healthy dish and very easy to prepare. With this, you can enjoy the taste of fresh, seasonal vegetables without spending long hours in the kitchen. Try this recipe and see how much flavour these simple ingredients hide.