Description
Learn how to make delicious Hasselback potatoes with crispy edges and fluffy interiors. This easy recipe elevates a simple baked potato into a culinary showstopper with simple slicing and flavorful butter. Perfect as a side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium to large russet potatoes (about 8 ounces each)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, chopped chives, sour cream, crumbled bacon
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2. Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Do not peel them.
- 3. Place a potato between two wooden spoons or chopsticks on a cutting board to act as a guide.
- 4. Make thin, evenly spaced slices across the potato, about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick, stopping at the wooden spoons.
- 5. Repeat with the remaining potatoes.
- 6. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- 7. Place the cut potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- 8. Generously brush or spoon the butter and herb mixture all over the potatoes, getting into each slice.
- 9. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender and crispy. You can baste with pan juices halfway through.
- 10. If adding cheese, sprinkle it over during the last 5-10 minutes of baking.
- 11. Remove from oven and garnish with chives or other desired toppings before serving.
Notes
Store cooled leftover Hasselback potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a preheated oven (350°F/175°C) for 10-15 minutes for best crispiness. Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes to regain crispiness. Alternatively, use an air fryer for 5-10 minutes at 350°F. Microwaving will result in a softer texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g