Roasted Potatoes & Pearls

By polledl

This delicious potato and pearl onion combo is a go to side for any dinner with steak, pork, or chicken! It's so versatile and will definitely be a fast favorite.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds red potatoes
• 1 (10-ounce) package pearl onions, peeled
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons dried basil or thyme1 teaspoon paprika
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Fresh basil sprig, optional for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray large shallow roasting pan (do not use glass, or potatoes will not brown) with nonstick cooking spray. Scrub the potatoes with a soft vegetable brush under running water; rinse well and pat dry.

Cut potatoes into uniform 1 1/2-inch cubes.

Place potatoes and onions in prepared pan; drizzle with olive oil. Combine basil, paprika, salt, rosemary and black pepper in small bowl and mix well. Sprinkle herb mixture over potatoes and onions; toss well to coat lightly with oil and seasonings.

Bake 20 minutes; toss well. Continue baking until potatoes are lightly browned and tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil sprig, if desired.