Description
This Creamy Garlic Sauce Baby Potatoes recipe features tender, oven-roasted baby potatoes tossed in a rich and velvety garlic cream sauce. Enhanced with Parmesan cheese, butter, and a hint of lemon juice, it makes a deliciously comforting side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds baby potatoes, washed and halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the potatoes.
- Prepare the potatoes: Arrange the halved baby potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil. Season generously with salt and black pepper, then toss to ensure each potato half is evenly coated.
- Roast the potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote even browning. The potatoes should be golden brown and tender when done.
- Make the garlic butter base: While potatoes roast, melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Add cream and lemon: Reduce heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream along with the lemon juice. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to blend flavors.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese: Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce, stirring constantly until the cheese fully melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss potatoes with sauce: Carefully transfer the roasted potatoes to a serving dish and pour the creamy garlic sauce over them. Gently toss or stir to coat each potato evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for a pop of color and freshness, then serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use baby potatoes of similar size for even roasting.
- Adjust garlic amount based on your preference for garlickiness.
- If you prefer a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- For a sharper flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce while simmering.
- Freshly grated Parmesan provides the best melt and flavor, but pre-grated works in a pinch.
