Ranch potatoes are crunchy, flavorful, and served with a generous spoonful of creamy ranch dressing. What could be better? Whether you bake them, mash them, or turn them into a casserole, it’s no secret that Ree Drummond loves a good potato recipe. Just like her popular Crush Her Hot Her Potatoes, these Roasted Her Potatoes are a nice twist on Baked Her Potatoes, with plenty of “flavorful, crispy surface area.” Plus, it’s flavored with everyone’s favorite kitchen hack: ranch seasoning mix. Just get an envelope from the supermarket. Packed with herbs, this potato side dish packs all the flavor and salt you need.
Do I have to boil the potatoes?
When roasting raw potatoes, it’s very difficult to achieve a beautifully crispy skin and a soft, creamy interior. Boiling them longer first not only gives them the perfect texture, but also allows them to absorb more of the oil and flavor from the packed lunch. Once you take one bite of these crispy, creamy potatoes, you’ll never want to roast potatoes the same way again.
Why don’t my potatoes get crispy in the oven?
This may be caused by overcrowding the baking sheet. Make sure the potatoes are spread throughout the pot and do not overlap. To achieve that crispy finish, this recipe uses a clever trick. While the potatoes are cooking, preheat a baking sheet and oil in the oven. Then scatter the potatoes on a hot frying pan and oil so that they become golden and crispy faster.
Can I make ranch potatoes in advance?
For optimal crunch, these golden roasted potatoes are best enjoyed straight from the oven. However, you can also make your creamy lunch ahead of time. Make the ranch up to 3 days in advance and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Be sure to reserve only 2 tablespoons of ranch seasoning for the potatoes.
Can I use bottled ranch dressing in this recipe?
This recipe uses Dry Ranch Seasoning Mix, which has more concentrated flavor than a standard bottle of salad dressing. Additionally, you’ll need to include the crispy potatoes in the dry seasoning mix. Add even more ranch flavor to this dish by mixing in Homemade Ranch Seasoning or mixing in Reese’s Homemade Ranch Dressing for even more ranch flavor. You can never have too many ranches.
