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Active Time:15 minsTotal Time:35 minsServings:2 servings
Active Time:15 mins
Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:35 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:2 servings
Servings:
2 servings
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients3poundssmallrusset potatoes(about 9 potatoes)1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil1/4teaspoonsaltDesired seasonings(see Variations to Try)
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Ingredients
3poundssmallrusset potatoes(about 9 potatoes)
1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil
1/4teaspoonsalt
Desired seasonings(see Variations to Try)
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F. Thoroughly scrub and dry potatoes. Fill 2 large bowls with cold water. Using a peeler, peel the potatoes in long strips, placing the peels in 1 bowl of water and the peeled potatoes in the other. Reserve the peeled potatoes for another use.(Refrigerate the potatoes, submerged in water, covered, for up to 3 days.)
Drain the peels; pat dry between 2 kitchen towels. (You should have about 2 cups potato peels.)
Transfer the peels to a rimmed baking sheet; toss with oil and salt. Spread in an even layer.
Bake until lightly golden and crisp, about 18 minutes, stirring once after 10 minutes. Immediately toss with any desired seasonings. Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes, on the baking sheet before serving.
Variations to Try
Nutrition InformationServing Size: about 1 1/2 cupsCalories 93, Fat 7g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 7g, Total sugars 0g, Added sugars 0g, Protein 2g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 297mg, Potassium 234mg
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: about 1 1/2 cupsCalories 93, Fat 7g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 7g, Total sugars 0g, Added sugars 0g, Protein 2g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 297mg, Potassium 234mg
Serving Size: about 1 1/2 cups
Calories 93, Fat 7g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 7g, Total sugars 0g, Added sugars 0g, Protein 2g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 297mg, Potassium 234mg
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhen wepeel our potatoesand toss the skins into the compost pile, we’re throwing away more than half of the potato’s fiber. The skin also contains vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants. Cook potatoes with the skin on as often as possible—or make this recipe and eat just the skins (butsave the potatoes for another dish)!Yes, they do. According to the USDA, onepotato skinhas about 28 grams of carbohydrates and 5 grams of fiber, whilethe flesh of a medium potato(without the skin) has about 34 grams of carbs and 2 grams of fiber.Yes, you can! To makepotato peel chips in an air fryer, lightly coat an air-fryer basket with cooking spray. Place just enough of the potato peels in the basket to form a single layer. Cook at 400°F until crispy, about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Using tongs, carefully remove the potato peel chips from the air fryer to a plate. Toss immediately with any desired seasonings. Repeat with the remaining potato peels.Use the peeled potatoes for side dishes throughout the week, likeButtermilk Mashed Potatoes with White Pepper,Artichoke-Potato GratinorCrispy Oven-Baked Fries. Dice the potatoes and cook them alongsideroast chicken, or make a creamypotato soupfor dinner.Yes, you can make them ahead and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.Try this recipe withsweet potato peels, which are completely edible and just as delicious as russet potato peels.
Frequently Asked Questions
When wepeel our potatoesand toss the skins into the compost pile, we’re throwing away more than half of the potato’s fiber. The skin also contains vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants. Cook potatoes with the skin on as often as possible—or make this recipe and eat just the skins (butsave the potatoes for another dish)!
Yes, they do. According to the USDA, onepotato skinhas about 28 grams of carbohydrates and 5 grams of fiber, whilethe flesh of a medium potato(without the skin) has about 34 grams of carbs and 2 grams of fiber.
Yes, you can! To makepotato peel chips in an air fryer, lightly coat an air-fryer basket with cooking spray. Place just enough of the potato peels in the basket to form a single layer. Cook at 400°F until crispy, about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Using tongs, carefully remove the potato peel chips from the air fryer to a plate. Toss immediately with any desired seasonings. Repeat with the remaining potato peels.
Use the peeled potatoes for side dishes throughout the week, likeButtermilk Mashed Potatoes with White Pepper,Artichoke-Potato GratinorCrispy Oven-Baked Fries. Dice the potatoes and cook them alongsideroast chicken, or make a creamypotato soupfor dinner.
Yes, you can make them ahead and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Try this recipe withsweet potato peels, which are completely edible and just as delicious as russet potato peels.
EatingWell.com, October 2023
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