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3-Ingredient Oven Autumn Comfort

A simple and delicious dish combining baby purple potatoes and gooey mozzarella cheese, perfect for cozy autumn evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds raw baby purple potatoes Cut larger potatoes in half.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Drizzled over potatoes.
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Sprinkled on top before the final baking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Lightly grease a medium ceramic baking dish.
  3. If any potatoes are larger than bite-size, cut them in half.
  4. Add the potatoes to the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat well.
Roasting
  1. Roast the potatoes for 45 to 55 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until tender and browned.
  2. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the potatoes and return to the oven for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
  3. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

This dish can be served as a hearty side or main course. It can also be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Reheat before serving. For added flavor, season the potatoes before roasting.