Easy Hasselback Potatoes With Parmesan, Rosemary & Lemon

The term “hasselback” refers to the cut of a roasted potato.

It simply means cutting the potato into thin slices, but not all the way through (you want about 1/4-1/2 an inch of uncut potato at the bottom). This way, the potato stays in tact.

What I love about this cut is how it allows the potato to get extra crispy on the outside. They’re also quite pretty and fun to look at!

All you need to make this hasselback potato recipe is 8 simple ingredients:

• russet potatoes (or other white potato)
• olive oil
• garlic
• fresh rosemary
• parmigiano reggiano
• lemon, zest + juice
• salt
• pepper

While they may look complicated, making hasselback potatoes is actually really simple to do.

The trick? You will need to use two wooden spoons or chopsticks and place them on either side of the potato while cutting. This will prevent you from cutting too far (i.e. making the potato fall apart).

Start by preheating your oven to 425F. Wash and dry potatoes well.

Cut potatoes one at a time, placing each potato between the two wooden spoons or chopsticks (see picture).

With a sharp knife, cut slits into the potato, about 1/8-1/4 inches apart.

Once all the potatoes are cut, place into a large baking dish or onto a baking sheet. Coat and brush with olive oil, making sure to get the oil between the slices.

Then, stuff some of the slits with thinly sliced garlic and fresh rosemary.

Sprinkle with a generous amount of salt and pepper, and pop the potatoes into the oven for about 60 minutes (this will vary depending on size).

Once done, remove the potatoes from the oven and top with freshly grated parmesan cheese. Return the potatoes to the oven for about 6 or so minutes, allowing the cheese to get baked and crispy as well.

Finish with fresh lemon zest, an extra sprinkle of rosemary, and a drizzle of olive oil overtop.

The result? Crispy golden potatoes with tons of flavour!

Russet potatoes are a type of white potato that lend themselves well to baked potato recipes. While potatoes undeservingly get a bad rap, they are actually pretty nutritious!

Potatoes are a great source of different micronutrients, including:

• potassium
• vitamin C
• magnesium
• phosphorus
• zinc
• iron
• B-vitamins (folate, niacin, thiamin, and riboflavin)

They’re rich in dietary fibre, too, with one medium sized russet potato providing 3 grams (11% of your daily needs).

Vitamin C is an important antioxidant, helping to prevent cellular damage in the body. B-vitamins are critical for energy production, and fibre helps to lower your risk for heart disease, diabetes, and gut disorders.

See! No reason to hate on these delicious and nutritious potatoes :).