Crispy Baked Potatoes

Crispy baked potatoes are one of the most popular side dishes: golden on the outside, soft on the inside, and with that scent of rosemary that fills the kitchen. Perfect for accompanying meat, fish, or vegetarian dishes, they're a lighter alternative to traditional French fries but just as delicious.

With a few simple ingredients and a few simple tricks, you'll have potatoes with an irresistible crust, comparable to those found in restaurants. The combination of breadcrumbs and cornmeal makes them even more rustic and flavorful.

Ingredients (for 4 people)
4 medium potatoes → yellow-fleshed ones are better, as they are firm and less floury.

3 tablespoons of breadcrumbs → creates a crunchy crust.

2 tablespoons cornmeal (or fine semolina) → adds rusticity and texture.

3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil → enhances flavor and crunchiness.

Salt and black pepper to taste → to balance the flavors.

Fresh or dried rosemary → the aromatic touch that makes them unmistakable.

(Optional: 1 teaspoon garlic powder or sweet paprika for a more intense flavor.)

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