Description
Creamy Garlic Sauce Baby Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, combining tender, roasted baby potatoes with a velvety garlic cream sauce that’s finished with a zesty hint of lemon. This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re serving it at a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering. The rich flavors of garlic and Parmesan create an irresistible side that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or as part of a vegetarian feast. With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice of half a lemon
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Halve the baby potatoes and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and tender, stirring halfway through.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low, add heavy cream and lemon juice, simmer gently.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy; adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Combine roasted potatoes with the creamy sauce in a serving dish.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg