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Ultimate Crispy Baked Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges

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Make restaurant-style potato wedges at home. This recipe focuses on a baking method that yields wedges crispy on the outside and soft inside, seasoned with garlic and Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder (aluminum-free for best results)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 Celsius). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Do not overcrowd the sheets.
  2. Cut each potato lengthwise into 8 equal wedges. You should have 32 wedges total.
  3. Place the potato wedges in a large bowl and cover them completely with cold water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This step removes excess starch and helps achieve crispiness.
  4. Drain the potatoes completely and pat them very dry using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. This drying step is critical for crispiness.
  5. In the same bowl, toss the dry wedges with cornstarch until lightly coated.
  6. In a separate small bowl, mix the olive oil, baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
  7. Pour the oil mixture over the wedges and toss well to coat every piece evenly.
  8. Arrange the seasoned wedges on the prepared baking sheets in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes.
  10. While the wedges bake, mix the minced garlic with the grated Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
  11. After 20 minutes, carefully flip the wedges. Sprinkle half of the garlic Parmesan mixture evenly over the wedges.
  12. Return the sheets to the oven and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the wedges are golden brown and crispy.
  13. Remove from the oven. Immediately sprinkle the remaining garlic Parmesan mixture over the hot wedges and toss gently to coat. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can place the baking sheets in the oven while it preheats.
  • If you use an air fryer, cook in batches at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-18 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  • Serve these potato wedges with ranch dressing or a spicy aioli for dipping.

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