Prepping for Roasting

Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) so it’s nice and hot when you’re ready to roast. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly. This makes cleanup easier and helps with even browning.

Mixing the Coating

Grab a large bowl and whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, Italian herbs, salt, black pepper, and those red pepper flakes (if you’re using them). I love letting the garlic mingle with the butter, so your kitchen will start to smell amazing already.

Toss Potatoes With Flavor

Dump the halved potatoes into the bowl. Toss until every piece is glossy and coated with those flavorful bits. Stir in half the Parmesan now, so some of it bakes onto the potatoes for extra depth.

Arrange and Roast

Place the potatoes cut side down on your prepared baking sheet, spaced out so they heat up evenly. Roast for 30 to 35 minutes. Check them at 30 minutes. If the bottoms are golden and crispy and a fork slides in easily, they’re ready. If you want super crispy edges, pop the sheet under the broiler for 2 or 3 minutes, but watch closely as things can brown fast.

Finish and Serve

As soon as the potatoes come out, sprinkle over the rest of the Parmesan so it melts a bit on the hot pieces. Scatter with fresh parsley for a bright pop of color, and serve while everything’s sizzling.