Microwaved and Oven-Finished Potatoes with Quick Tomato Bravas Sauce

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Potatoes pre-cooked in the microwave and finished in the oven for a fast, tender-crisp bite paired with a zesty, quick-simmered tomato sauce. This Spanish recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Yukon gold potatoes, olive oil, and salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Spanish cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Wash and peel 1.8 pounds Yukon gold potatoes. Cut into 1-inch cubes and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes until slightly tender but still firm.
  2. Step 2: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss microwaved potatoes with 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until edges are golden and crisp.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 small finely chopped onion and sauté for 4 minutes until soft. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3/4 cup canned tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes until sauce thickens and flavors combine.
  5. Step 5: Serve the oven-finished potatoes hot with the spicy tomato sauce spooned over the top.

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