Melting Potatoes with Garlic, Prosciutto & Sage

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These potatoes live up to their name and then some! They melt in your mouth, with the edges getting lightly crisp. We leave the skin on the potatoes for texture and a boost of fiber. Sage, marjoram and prosciutto combine for a warm flavor. If you don't have marjoram on hand, use dried oregano or thyme in its place.

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Amanda Stanfield
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Amanda Stanfield

Amanda Stanfield is a Test Kitchen assistant in the Dotdash Meredith Food Studios. She completed her undergraduate degree in journalism and strategic communications at Hampton University. After graduation, Amanda worked in the nonprofit sector as a marketing associate for a global nonprofit organization. In 2018, she pivoted into the food industry and began training in fine-dining restaurants around Atlanta. Later she gained her culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University and went on to work in a variety of kitchens from boutique restaurants to conference hotels. As a true foodie, Amanda seeks out nutritious and unique flavors to inspire others to eat happily and healthfully. When she's not cooking up delicious recipes, you can find her lap swimming in the pool or watching a good sci-fi movie.

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Updated on June 17, 2024
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Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD
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Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston.

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Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
6
Nutrition Profile:
Sesame-Free Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free
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Ingredients

  • 2 slices prosciutto

  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, unpeeled, sliced into 1-inch rounds

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage, plus more for garnish

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 teaspoon dried marjoram

  • ¼ teaspoon salt, divided

  • ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper

  • ¾ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth

  • 5 medium cloves garlic, smashed

Directions

  1. Position oven racks in middle and upper third positions; preheat to 400°F. Line a 9-by-13-inch metal baking pan with parchment paper. (Do not use a glass baking dish; it could shatter.) Arrange prosciutto slices in a single layer in the prepared pan. Bake on the middle rack until crispy, 8 to 10 minutes. Carefully transfer the prosciutto to a wire rack to cool. Discard the parchment paper.

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  2. Increase oven temperature to 500°F. Combine potatoes, sage, oil, butter, marjoram, 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper in a medium bowl; toss until evenly coated. Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in the pan.

    Overhead view of a baking pan with raw potato slices and spices for Melting Potatoes with Garlic, Prosciutto and Sage recipe

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  3. Bake on the upper rack for 15 minutes. Remove from oven; carefully flip the potatoes. Bake until mostly golden brown on both sides, about 15 minutes more.

    Overhead view of a baking pan with cooked potato slices and spices for Melting Potatoes with Garlic, Prosciutto and Sage recipe

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  4. Remove the pan from the oven; carefully pour broth over the potatoes. Add garlic to the pan. Bake until the liquid is absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes.

    Overhead view of a hand pouring broth into a baking pan with cooked potato slices and spices for Melting Potatoes with Garlic, Prosciutto and Sage recipe

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  5. Transfer the potatoes and garlic to a serving dish; sprinkle with the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt. Crumble the cooled crispy prosciutto over the potato mixture. Garnish with additional sage, if desired.

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Equipment

Parchment paper

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, September 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

164 Calories
5g Fat
26g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 3/4 cup
Calories 164
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 26g 9%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 5g 10%
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Vitamin A 82IU 2%
Vitamin C 31mg 34%
Vitamin E 1mg 4%
Vitamin K 2mcg 2%
Sodium 282mg 12%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%
Magnesium 2mg 0%
Potassium 15mg 0%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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