Oven-Baked Herb Potatoes with Garlic and Parmesan

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

Golden oven-baked potato wedges tossed in garlic, fresh herbs, and Parmesan cheese for a savory side dish. This Mediterranean-inspired New Year's recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs russet potatoes, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 270 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 "Plan a meal with the AI" 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.

Ingredients

• 4 medium, cut into 1/2-inch wedges russet potatoes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 4 medium russet potatoes cut into 1/2-inch wedges with 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are golden and crispy.
3. Step 3: Remove potatoes from oven and immediately sprinkle 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, and 1 tbsp chopped thyme over the hot potatoes. Toss gently to combine and serve warm.