Parmesan Crusted Potatoes

Preheat oven to 400F.

Mix Parmesan Mixture ingredients (grated parmesan, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and optional chili flakes) together in a bowl.

Drizzle and spread 3-4 tbsp olive oil in a 9 x 13” glass baking dish or parchment-lined sheet pan.

Scatter the Parmesan Mixture over the olive oil. Once sprinkled, do not touch - don’t try to spread it.

Place potatoes cut side down, pressing firmly.

Drizzle the top of the potatoes with additional olive oil or spray with oil, then sprinkle generously with salt.

Bake potatoes for 35 - 40 minutes or until they are soft and the parmesan crust is deep golden brown on the bottom.

Use a spatula to flip the potatoes over and cut between potatoes every so often. Then place on the serving platter cheese side up. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

** TIP: Use the grated parmesan that has a sand-like consistency sold in the refrigerated section. Shredded parmesan doesn't go as crispy.