Halloween Skull Potatoes

A fun and creative side dish for Halloween that is both spooky and delicious, perfect for celebrations.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: easy recipes, Festive Recipes, Fun Cooking Project, Halloween Potatoes, Spooky Side Dish

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 50

Servings: servings

Calories: 200kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

16 ounces Mini creamer potatoes Choose potatoes that are similar in size for even cooking.
2 tablespoons lemon juice Used to create the lemon water bath.
2 tablespoons olive oil For tossing the potatoes before roasting.
to taste Salt & freshly ground pepper For seasoning the potatoes.

Spices

1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Optional Toppings

to taste chopped parsley For garnish.
to taste shredded cheese Optional for extra flavor.
to taste bacon bits Optional for extra flavor.
to taste green onions Optional for garnish.

Instructions

Preparation

In a large bowl, mix cold water with lemon juice to create a lemon water bath.
Carefully carve out eyes, a triangle nose, and a slit mouth on each potato using a paring knife.
Soak the carved potatoes in the lemon water for about 5 to 10 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry completely using a clean kitchen towel.

Cooking

Toss the dried potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Place the seasoned potatoes on the tray and roast them for about 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Let the potatoes cool briefly after roasting to help them crisp up before serving.

Notes

Feel free to carve different spooky faces for creativity. Adjust the cooking time based on your oven and potato size for best results. The potatoes can be made ahead by prepping and soaking them in lemon water a few hours in advance, but roasting them fresh is ideal for texture.

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