I like roasted potatoes because they are simple. I like roasted potatoes because they make the perfect side dish to many different meals. And I like roasted potatoes, because well I am a huge fan of just about any kind of potato. Because I am such a fan, I find myself looking for different ways to enjoy them. Take these for instance. First the potatoes are boiled until they are fork tender, then they are roasted so the skin gets crispy. Then the tender potatoes are tossed with a simple combination of salt, pepper and garlic powder. But that is not what makes these special, what makes these potatoes special is a little drizzle of truffle oil.
I picked up a bottle of truffle oil when we were in Italy. It was a little on the expensive side, but considering how expensive actual truffles are its not too much. And once you do buy a bottle, you’ll find that a little goes a long way. I’ve added it here and there to dishes for the past several months and have even made Truffle Aioli a few times and I still have quite a bit in my bottle. So much like the truffle salt that I used here and here, truffle oil is definitely worth the cost. You can find it in specialty stores, gourmet food stores, online and I’ve also seen it in my local grocery store where its about $15 for 8 ounces.
Liz
May 2, 2010 at 10:56 amThis was WONDERFUL!! I just made it for dinner tonight exactly as described in the recipe and it was a HUGE success! Boyfriend and boyfriend’s brother loved it. The subtle hint of trufle is DELISH! Thank you Italy for your delicious food. And thank you Des for the recipe. This is definately going on the list of regular sides at our dinner table.
Ed Schenk
February 16, 2010 at 9:08 amI love Truffle oil. Just a couple of drops makes the dish.
I did Sirloin Steak on a crisp potato cake with a drizzle of truffle oil on Valentine day. Ambrosia!