Baked Potato Wedges
Baked potato wedges are the ultimate comfort food, featuring a crispy exterior and fluffy interior that make them impossible to resist. Perfect for any occasion—from cozy movie nights to backyard barbecues—these easy-to-make wedges are customizable with your favorite seasonings and dips, ensuring they will be a hit at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and dry the russet potatoes thoroughly. Cut each potato in half lengthwise, then slice each half into wedges about 1 inch thick.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the potato wedges with olive oil until well coated.
- Sprinkle salt, paprika, and garlic powder over the wedges and mix to ensure even seasoning.
- Spread the seasoned wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with your favorite dip or alongside main dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wedges (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For extra crispiness, soak cut potatoes in water for 30 minutes before baking. - Experiment with different seasonings like parmesan cheese or fresh herbs for added flavor.