Here’s a classic, comforting recipe for Oven-Baked Amish Roasted Potatoes and Onions — simple ingredients, big flavor, and perfectly crispy edges.
🥔 Amish Roasted Potatoes & Onions (Oven-Baked)
Ingredients
- 2 ½ lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled (optional) and cut into chunks
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced thick
- ¼ cup butter, melted (traditional Amish-style)
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil (optional, for extra crispness)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prep potatoes: Cut into evenly sized chunks (about 1–1½ inches).
- Combine: In a large bowl, toss potatoes and onions with melted butter, olive oil, and seasonings. Coat thoroughly.
- Arrange: Spread in a single layer on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding.
- Bake: Roast for 45–60 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
- They’re done when golden brown outside and fork-tender inside.
- Optional finish: Broil 2–3 minutes for extra crisp edges.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
🔥 Tips for Extra Crispiness
- Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 20–30 minutes, then dry well before roasting.
- Use a metal baking sheet (not glass).
- Don’t overcrowd the pan.
- Preheat the pan in the oven before adding the potatoes.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Perfect alongside:
- Roast chicken
- Meatloaf
- Sausage and peppers
- Eggs for a hearty farmhouse breakfast
If you’d like, I can also share a cheesy Amish version or a cast-iron skillet variation.
