Roast potatoes: Crispy, fluffy perfection

Ah, roast potatoes. The perfect accompaniment to any roast dinner. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and oh so delicious. But what's the secret to getting them just right?

Well, it's all in the preparation. First, you need to choose the right potatoes. A good all-purpose potato will work well, such as a Maris Piper or a King Edward. Once you have your potatoes, peel them and cut them into even-sized chunks. Then, place them in a large bowl and cover them with cold water. This will help to draw out the starch, which will give your potatoes that lovely crispy exterior.

Once your potatoes have soaked for 30 minutes, drain them well and pat them dry with a clean tea towel. Then, add them to a roasting tin and toss them with some olive oil, salt, and pepper. You can also add some herbs and spices if you like. I like to use rosemary, thyme, and garlic.

Once your potatoes are coated in oil and seasonings, roast them in a preheated oven at 200 degrees Celsius for 45-60 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Halfway through the cooking time, give them a good shake to ensure they cook evenly.

And there you have it! Perfect roast potatoes. They're so easy to make yet so delicious. So next time you're making a roast dinner, don't forget the roast potatoes!

A few tips for perfect roast potatoes:

• Use a good all-purpose potato, such as a Maris Piper or a King Edward.
• Peel the potatoes and cut them into even-sized chunks.
• Soak the potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes to draw out the starch.
• Drain the potatoes well and pat them dry with a clean tea towel.
• Toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• You can also add herbs and spices if you like.
• Roast the potatoes in a preheated oven at 200 degrees Celsius for 45-60 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
• Halfway through the cooking time, give them a good shake to ensure they cook evenly.