Utilize leftover baked potatoes, oil, and seasonings to whip up a tasty side dish of of italian-style baked potato wedges.
You guys, I’m so sorry I was absent all last week. Every time I tried to get on the computer something else was calling my name. Whether it was my newborn, my home, or paid projects I was a busy lady. By the time I would get free time in the evening, the baby was asleep and this mama was tired. Since being pregnant I’ve tried not to “sweat the small stuff”. I’ve really tried to roll with the punches, and for someone who is a planner–that is a challenge. But overall I think I’m doing good just taking it day-by-day, and because of that I’m finding that some evenings I make random meals. Meals that we would not normally eat for dinner. With that being said I’m constantly looking for ways to not only use up leftovers but make really quick and delicious tasting side dishes.
I find that I’m making baked potatoes in the slow cooker at least every two weeks. I typically just eat the leftovers for a quick lunch, or chop them up and make a quick breakfast potato. Most recently, I had this ah-ha moment. Why not make potato wedges out of the leftover potatoes. So, that is exactly what I did. I split the potatoes in half and then cut 3 thick wedges from each half. I placed them in a ziplock bag and tossed them with an olive oil blend, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Gave them a shake and then roasted them for 20 minutes.
Katie Original Recipe
Italian-Style Baked Potato Wedges
Ingredients
- 3 cooked baked potatoes cut into wedges
- 1 tablespoon Mediterranean Blend Oil Olive Oil, Canola Oil, and Grape Seed Oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cut leftover, cooked baked potatoes in half, then cut each half into 3 wedges. Each baked potatoes should yield 6 large wedges. Place the wedges in a ziplock bag and combine with oil, garlic, italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Carefully toss, then place on a tinfoil lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes, turning once, until golden brown.
Bonnie Shannon
I just made these tonight! And can I say PHENOMENAL!!! Thank you Katie for sharing recipe! I had 5 leftover baked potatoes and NO leftover wedges.
Katie
Bonnie! This makes my heart so happy–although old ugly photos it’s a delicious recipe that works! I love when we can reinvent leftovers and make them into something new and delicious again!
Julie Martin
I made these last night for supper and they really were delicious, even my husband liked them and he’s pretty picky.
Katie
Julie–thank you so much for taking the time to leave a comment. I’m so happy to hear this! Happy cooking!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress)
mmmmm these are genius!!!! I love how flavorful and soft and just perfect these wedges look! Mouthwateringly good!
Katie
Thanks Kayle!
Denise
All that is missing is a big juicy burger. These fries sound outstanding Katie, and I really like the Italian seasonings.
Katie
Thanks Denise–I agree! 🙂
Meredith in sock monkeys slippers
These remind me of my childhood! My dad used to make these with Italian seasonings and all. Thanks for the memory this morning and will be sure to make these soon!
Katie
Awe how cool! 🙂
Samantha
Nothing beats homemade potato wedges!! Don’t sweat the small stuff, good advice for everyone! 🙂