I lean on this foolproof method at least twice a week.

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Roasted potatoes are a side dish I lean on at least twice a week.

Once the oven is preheated, I slide the potatoes in and roast them undisturbed for about 30 minutes.

Golden-brown, seasoned, and roasted diced potatoes

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There are many ways to make roasted potatoes, but Ive found this to be the best and simplest.

If you do not have a convection oven, fear not!

This extra blast of heat at the beginning of the cooking time will help a crust to form.

Closeup of golden-brown, seasoned, and roasted diced potatoes

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