Name: Cheesy criss-cross roast potatoes recipe
Ingredients: 75g butter, melted, cooled; 60ml (¼ cup) extra virgin olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 20.00 ml chopped fresh thyme leaves; 60g (3/4 cup) freshly grated parmesan; 4 potatoes, halved lengthways

by Amira Georgy Last updated on 12/23/2025

Crispy roast potatoes are the best Christmas sides to make and eat. Our tip: make a double batch because these delicious potatoes will be piled on plenty-a-plate this year!

- Amira Georgy

Ingredients

75g butter, melted, cooled
60ml (¼ cup) extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves
60g (3/4 cup) freshly grated parmesan
4 potatoes, halved lengthways

Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 200C/180C fan-forced.
Step 2

Combine butter, oil, garlic, thyme and parmesan in a large roasting pan. Season.
Step 3

Score cut side of potatoes in a crosshatch pattern, cutting 5mm deep. Place potatoes in pan, cut-side down. Brush potato skins with extra oil. Bake for 40 minutes or until potatoes are tender and golden. Serve.