By Laurel Perry
Published Oct 23, 2024
I’m all about simple side dishes, and these fingerling potatoes are the ultimate easy side that goes with everything. Tossed in a little bit of oil and seasoning, these oven roasted fingerling potatoes take just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes to roast. I can’t get over how easy and delicious they are.
I love roasted potatoes , so when I spotted some gorgeous colorful fingerling potatoes at the farmer’s market, I knew just what to do with them! Simple seasonings, oil, and fresh herbs for serving are all you need to make crispy fingerling potatoes right at home. They’re as good as the ones I get at fancy restaurants, too!
What’s in This Fingerling Potato Recipe?
- Fingerling Potatoes: These small, finger-shaped potatoes are waxy, so they hold up well to roasting and brown beautifully in the oven.
- Garlic: Smashed garlic cloves are less likely to burn in the oven and contribute a rich earthy and slightly sweet flavor.
- Italian Seasoning : Adds a classic herbal and Italian flavor to the potatoes.
- Chives: Add a pop of freshness and a light onion flavor.
Tips for Success
- Fresh minced garlic and herbs tend to burn, so avoid them or use them as a garnish after the potatoes come out of the oven.
- Take a few extra seconds to place all of the potatoes cut-side down to ensure they are evenly crisp.
- Don’t overcrowd the potatoes on the pan or they will steam rather than crisp up.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover fingerling potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating in the microwave or in a 350°F oven for 7-10 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
These classically tasty fingerling potatoes are a great recipe to have in your arsenal. They go with just about any protein, but I particularly love them with Tuscan chicken , restaurant steak , oven fried chicken , or crockpot smothered pork chops .
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1½ pounds fingerling potatoes washed and thoroughly dried
- ▢ 8 cloves garlic peeled
- ▢ 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ▢ ½ tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more for serving
- ▢ Ground black pepper to taste
- ▢ 1 tablespoon sliced chives
- ▢ Lemon wedges optional, for garnish
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the potatoes in half lengthwise and transfer to a large bowl. Smash the peeled garlic with the side of your knife and add to the bowl. 1½ pounds fingerling potatoes, 8 cloves garlic
- Drizzle over the olive oil and toss. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated with the spices. 3 tablespoons olive oil, ½ tablespoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, Ground black pepper
- Arrange the potatoes cut side down on the sheet pan. Bake for 15 minutes, stir, and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Transfer to your serving plate and garnish with chives, flaky sea salt, and lemon wedges. 1 tablespoon sliced chives, Lemon wedges
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Fingerling Potatoes Step by Step
Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice 1½ pounds of fingerling potatoes in half lengthwise and transfer to a large bowl. Smash 8 cloves of peeled garlic with the side of your knife and add to the bowl.
Drizzle over 3 tablespoons of olive oil and toss. Sprinkle in ½ tablespoon of Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon of salt salt, and black pepper to taste. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated with the spices.
Arrange the potatoes cut side down on the sheet pan. Bake for 15 minutes, stir, and bake for another 10 minutes. Transfer to your serving plate and garnish with 1 tablespoon of sliced chives, flaky sea salt, and lemon wedges.
More Potato Recipes to try
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Easy Mashed Potatoes
Crockpot Potatoes (2 Ways)
Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe
Easy Smashed Potatoes Recipe
Fried Mashed Potato Balls (Loaded Mashed Potato Bites)
Parmesan Potato Wedges
Baked Sweet Potato Chips
Fingerling Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds fingerling potatoes washed and thoroughly dried
- 8 cloves garlic peeled
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more for serving
- Ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sliced chives
- Lemon wedges optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the potatoes in half lengthwise and transfer to a large bowl. Smash the peeled garlic with the side of your knife and add to the bowl. 1½ pounds fingerling potatoes, 8 cloves garlic
- Drizzle over the olive oil and toss. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated with the spices. 3 tablespoons olive oil, ½ tablespoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, Ground black pepper
- Arrange the potatoes cut side down on the sheet pan. Bake for 15 minutes, stir, and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Transfer to your serving plate and garnish with chives, flaky sea salt, and lemon wedges. 1 tablespoon sliced chives, Lemon wedges
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Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
