Golden cheese-crusted potato halves (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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6-8 Yukon Gold Potatoes, halved lengthwise
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1/4 cup salted butter, melted
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3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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1 teaspoon black pepper
# Instructions:
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Begin by pouring the melted butter into the base of a 9 x 13-inch baking pan. Ensure an even distribution across the surface.
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Distribute the grated Parmesan cheese uniformly over the layer of melted butter. Follow this by evenly sprinkling black pepper over the Parmesan.
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Carefully place each potato half, with the cut side facing downward, into the butter in the baking pan. It is imperative to ensure that each potato half is in contact with the butter and cheese mixture.
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Preheat the oven to a temperature of 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the oven is adequately heated, insert the baking pan and bake for approximately 45 minutes. The goal is to achieve a golden and crispy exterior on the potatoes.
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After the baking is complete, remove the pan from the oven. Allow the potatoes to rest for 10 minutes before serving. This resting period is crucial for enhancing the crispiness of the potatoes.
# Notes:
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The resting period after baking is essential for maximizing crispiness.
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Ensure the potatoes are placed cut-side down to form a crispy cheese crust.
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For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-packaged varieties.