Flavorful and filling Cajun style potatoes are a delicious and easy way to indulge in Cajun spices.
Spicy, warm and aromatic Cajun-style cuisine has exploded out of the bayou and onto the national culinary stage, making it easily accessible for everyone. Cajun-inspired cuisine can be found in homes across America and can be used to liven up the most common of dishes including potatoes. Side dishes, such as Cajun style potatoes, can be made speedily and with ease, saving you time while adding a burst of flavor to any meal.
Instructions
Preparation
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Wash the six large red potatoes in the sink; do not peel.
3. Place one red potato on the cutting board and cut it down the middle horizontally and then vertically quartering the potato. Repeat this process with the remaining red potatoes. Place the potatoes in one of the small mixing bowls.
4. Mince the three garlic cloves until they are finely chopped. Place the chopped garlic in the remaining small mixing bowl.
5. Thoroughly combine the cayenne, thyme, salt, ground black pepper and chopped garlic cloves in the second mixing bowl to create the Cajun spice mixture.
Cooking
6. Fill the large saucepan halfway with water and bring to a boil over medium heat.
7. Place the chunks of potato in the saucepan with the boiling water and reduce heat to medium low. Cook until tender.
8. Strain the potatoes and let them dry.
9. Rub the potatoes with olive oil and coat them with the Cajun spice mixture. Place them on the large cookie sheet.
10. Put the cookie sheet in the oven. Bake the potatoes for 10 minutes or until the skin is crispy but not burnt and the flesh of the potatoes is soft.
11. Remove the potatoes from the oven and transfer them to a serving plate.
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