Crispy Potatoes
Ingredients
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4 medium potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), peeled or scrubbed
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2–3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley
Instructions
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Prep the Potatoes:
Cut potatoes into small cubes or wedges. Rinse in cold water for a few minutes to remove excess starch. Pat completely dry. -
Season:
Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. -
Cook:
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Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
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Pan: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook potatoes, stirring occasionally, until crispy and golden brown (~15–20 min).
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Finish:
Sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
Juicy Mini Patties (Sliders)
Ingredients
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500g (1 lb) ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
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1 small onion, finely chopped or grated
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1 egg (optional, helps bind)
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2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (optional)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Mini burger buns or slider buns
Instructions
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Mix:
In a bowl, combine beef, onion, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix lightly—overmixing makes patties tough. -
Shape:
Form small patties (about 2–3 inches in diameter), slightly wider than your buns because they shrink while cooking. -
Cook:
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Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
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Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness) for juicy, medium doneness.
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Assemble:
Place patties on buns. Add cheese, lettuce, tomato, or condiments if you like.
Tips for Crispy & Juicy Perfection
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Potatoes: Rinsing and drying before cooking = max crispiness.
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Patties: Use slightly fatty beef (80/20) and don’t press patties down while cooking; keeps them juicy.
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Combo hack: Serve potatoes as a side or even inside mini buns for a fun loaded slider!
If you want, I can give a one-pan version where you cook the potatoes and mini patties together so everything comes out hot, crispy, and juicy without dirtying extra pans.