Rosemary and Thyme Wedges

Oven baked potato wedges make a change for a chip and have a larger surface area so are better for keeping more flavour intact. If you don't have a non-stick baking tray simply use parchment paper. These truly are so simple but you really should remove the starch for 10 minutes after slicing the potatoes.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Cooking Method: Roasting

Courses: Sides

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 6

Calories: 214

Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian

Ingredients

4 baking potatoes
4 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp dried rosemary
1 tbsp fresh thyme sprigs
rock salt

Instructions

1
Pre-heat the oven to 210°C and evenly coat a large baking sheet with one tbsp of the olive oil, or cover with parchment paper.
2
Lightly rinse the potatoes but don't peel them, then cut each potato into six to eight long wedges and add to a large bowl. Cover the potatoes with hot water and soak for 10 to15 minutes. Drain the potatoes thoroughly by placing them on a clean tea towel and pat very dry.
Drying thoroughly is important: surface water creates steam in the oven and works against the crisp exterior the soaking step is intended to produce.
3
In a dry bowl add the potatoes and toss with the remaining three tbsp of olive oil, salt, pepper, and rosemary.
Coat the wedges evenly rather than leaving oil pooled in the bowl; an even film promotes more consistent browning.
4
Spread the potatoes in a single layer, slice side down on the baking sheet bake the potatoes, turning once after approximately 20 minutes, until lightly browned, crisp on the outside, and tender inside; 35 to 45 minutes. Sprinkle with a little extra salt (if desired) and serve with the fresh thyme sprigs.
Leave space between the wedges so hot air can circulate. Use colour and a tender centre as the endpoint rather than the clock alone, as wedge thickness changes the roasting time.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 214kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.4g15%
Saturated Fat 1.3g7%
Sodium 197mg9%
Potassium 811mg24%
Total Carbohydrate 30.8g11%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g16%
Sugars 1.9g
Protein 3.4g7%

Vitamin C 8.1 mg
Calcium 16 mg
Iron 0.9 mg
Vitamin D 0.0 IU

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Served with a freshly baked chunk of bread of your choice covered in melting butter. Fresh thyme is garnish only; serve with the fresh thyme sprigs.