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Ideal date with myself: seat at the bar, glass of wine, and some sort of hot, salty, fried potato situation.
It’s not unusual for me to dine alone, whether Brian is out of town or I just need some solo time. I enjoy the people watching, not having to think about a conversation, and feasting on something a little indulgent.
But my wallet said I should maybe think about recreating this wine and dine experience at home. Mission: recreate a foolproof recipe that didn’t require a deep fryer, yet would still satisfy my crispy potato craving.
The secret lies in a two-step process.
I know, you wanted it to be a one-step process (so did I.)
But the results just weren’t as good! Failed experiments resulted in a few different outcomes: too oily, soggy, crisp on the outside but half raw inside, and under salted.
You’ll boil the potatoes to cook them slightly, from the inside out. Then you’ll pat them dry before they go into the oven at high heat. And then they roast! Thats it.
These potato wedges are extra crispy on the outside, extra fluffy inside, and totally made for dipping. Best eaten straight off the pan, or in a parchment cone if you’re feeling fancy. They’d be a perfect side dish for these Instant Pot Turkey Meatballs.
And I’ve included a recipe for homemade sour cream & chive dip, a must! (It reminds of “Top the Tater”, which I think we went through a tub of every week in college.)
Easy drinking, easy dipping. I like that match. xo
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do you peel the potatoes it does not say in recipe
no need to peel!
These sound incredible! i have been searching for a way to make crispy wedges without needing a fryer, i will be trying these tomorrow night!
yay! let me know what you think. thanks for stopping by, Rachael. xo
These look restaurant-worthy! If I had it my way, potatoes (in any form) would be an everyday sort of thing. My grandma says it’s our Irish roots, and I totally associate them with comfort. I can’t imagine a more delicious salty treat. Definitely trying your 2 part method, which I’m sure takes oven fries right over the top! xo
Potatoes work for every meal of the day, and not many things are like that! Love hearing your love for them that runs deep in your Irish roots. xo
I love love love this combination :)
I love people watching when I take myself out to dinner. Wine & crispy potato based things is my jam – two steps is fine if they turn out as perfect as these. Love it!
Totally worth a little extra time! And cheers to the weekend, thanks for stopping by. xo
I can cope with the 2 step process if it means chips that look as good as these! In love with their golden edges. Sounds like the perfect evening with a glass of wine <3
2 steps to the best little taters! i’ll take it too. :)
Crispy potatoes + creamy dip + wine? Now you’re talkin my language! Love the sound of that herby dip!
Three things i love, mega. And yes, the herby dip is so great! I love it for roasted brussels sprouts too.
Amanda, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE these potato wedges!! My husband and I will go crazy for these!
they rarely make it to a plate. and i’m okay with that! xo
This is my dream date with myself too! I kind of love eating by myself sometimes, but being at home on the couch is even better too :) I can’t wait to try these crispy wedges!
These look so good!
I hope you have a lovely day. x
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potato love! thanks for stopping by, Izzy. xo
I have been trying to recreate crispy potato wedges for so long and almost gave up because of how long they always took. You have saved me! I can’t wait to try this method. Sounds like the perfect solo date night in :) xo
I was sooo happy when these came out just right. Several tests later! But who doesn’t like eating potatoes, in all forms? ;)
Whoa right up my alley! And love the wine rec :) xoxo
To say these look amazing is an understatement!
My dream Friday night… a good book, potato wedges, and a glass of wine. This post is really speaking to me!!