Here’s how to get all those crispy edges.
When is a baked potato not a baked potato?
When its a hasselback potato!
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Think holiday roast, date night steak, or Easter ham.
Why Are They Called Hasselback Potatoes?
A Swedish chef at a restaurant called Hasselbacken in Stockholmback in the 1950spurportedly invented these potatoes.
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Rest his soul and bless him to the nines.
Simple Tip!
To help guide your slices, place a chopsticks on either side of the potato while you cut.
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This will help to keep you from accidentally slicing through.
Drizzle the potatoes with plenty of butter and olive oil, and sprinkled with salt.
What Kind of Potatoes Work Best ?
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But dont rule out larger Russets and sweet potatoes, or even small red potatoes.
These also make good hasselback potatoes; just keep an eye on the portion sizes.
But really, why would you?
The chopsticks should keep you from accidentally cutting too deeply or going all the way through.
Fan the potatoes open slightly.
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, oil, and parsley.
Or until golden and crispy.
The potatoes will fan out more during cooking and take on their accordion-like appearance.
