I've been roasting potatoes ALL WRONG! ...until now

Ingredients

• 2 lb Dutch Cream Potatoes (also known as Yukon Gold, waxy with medium starch, peeled and cut into 2‑inch chunks)
• 3 Tbsp Lard (rendered pork fat, solid at room temperature; provides best crunch and savory flavor)
• 1 tsp Salt (coarse sea salt for seasoning)
• 4 tsp Baking Soda (optional, for experimental alkaline water; not used in final recipe)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Baking Trays

   Place the empty baking sheet on the middle rack and preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). The hot tray will melt the lard instantly when added.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 200°C

2. Prepare Potatoes

   Peel the Dutch‑cream potatoes and cut them into uniform 2‑inch chunks so they cook evenly.

   Time: PT5M

3. Parboil Potatoes

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potato chunks and cook for 10‑12 minutes, or until a knife slides in with little resistance but the potatoes are still firm.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 100°C

4. Drain and Rough Up

   Drain the potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot. Shake the pot gently for 30 seconds to roughen the outer surfaces – this creates more surface area for crispness.

   Time: PT2M

5. Toss with Lard and Salt

   Transfer the potatoes to a mixing bowl. Add the 3 Tbsp melted lard and 1 tsp salt; toss until every piece is evenly coated.

   Time: PT3M

6. First Roast

   Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the pre‑heated baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes, keeping the oven at 200°C.

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 200°C

7. Turn and Finish Roast

   Using tongs, turn the potatoes to expose all sides. Roast for an additional 25 minutes, or until deep golden brown and crisp.

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 200°C

8. Rest and Serve

   Remove the tray from the oven, let the potatoes rest for 2 minutes, then transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle a pinch of extra salt if desired and serve immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

3g

Carbohydrates

30g

Fat

12g

Fiber

3g