How to take your roasted potatoes from good to ace.

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Whats your ideal roasted potato?

For me, its all about the texture.

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At this point, the potatoes wont be cooked through, but their surface will be tender.

Then, I drain the potatoes.

The exterior of the potatoes will go from flat and smooth to roughed-up and craggy.

roasted potatoes on a sheet pan

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I cant help but eat all of them as soon as they’re out of the oven.

This addition provides a pleasant hit of salt and a subtle but rich flavor of fatty pork.

Thick-cut bacon also works well in this utility.

Roasted potatoes on a baking sheet

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Even without the meat, these potatoes are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Theyre delicious flavored with hearty herbs or lemon zest, or served with your favorite hot sauce.

I sure will be making these on repeat.