Roasted Potatoes with Warm Blue Cheese Sauce

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🥔 Roasted Potatoes with Warm Blue Cheese Sauce

Description

Crispy, golden roasted potatoes paired with a rich, creamy warm blue cheese sauce make this dish irresistibly comforting. The potatoes are seasoned simply to let their natural flavor shine, while the tangy blue cheese sauce adds depth and indulgence. Perfect as a side dish for steaks, grilled chicken, or as a standout appetizer for gatherings.

⏱️ Prep & Cook Time

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes

  • Cook Time: 40 minutes

  • Total Time: 55 minutes

🍽️ Servings

Serves: 4 people
Serving Size: ~1 cup roasted potatoes with sauce

🧾 Ingredients

For the Roasted Potatoes

  • 2 lbs (900 g) baby potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes, halved

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or thyme (optional)

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Warm Blue Cheese Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup whole milk (or half-and-half for richer sauce)

  • 4 oz (115 g) blue cheese, crumbled

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • Salt, to taste

  • 1 tablespoon sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Roast the Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and herbs.

  3. Spread evenly on a baking sheet, cut-side down.

  4. Roast for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.

  5. Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Make the Blue Cheese Sauce

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.

  2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute (do not brown).

  3. Slowly whisk in milk until smooth.

  4. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened.

  5. Lower heat and stir in blue cheese until melted.

  6. Add pepper and adjust salt to taste.

  7. Stir in sour cream if using. Keep warm.

Serve

Drizzle warm blue cheese sauce over roasted potatoes or serve on the side for dipping.

📝 Recipe Notes

  • Yukon Gold potatoes offer the best balance of crispiness and creaminess.

  • Blue cheese varieties like Gorgonzola, Roquefort, or Stilton work beautifully.

  • Sauce thickens as it cools—add a splash of milk to reheat.

💡 Tips for Best Results

  • Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet—this ensures crispy potatoes.

  • Preheat the pan in the oven for extra crunch.

  • For milder flavor, mix blue cheese with cream cheese or mozzarella.

  • Add crispy bacon bits or caramelized onions for a flavor boost.

🥗 Nutritional Information (Approx. per Serving)

  • Calories: 420 kcal

  • Carbohydrates: 38 g

  • Protein: 11 g

  • Fat: 26 g

  • Saturated Fat: 11 g

  • Fiber: 4 g

  • Sugar: 5 g

  • Sodium: 680 mg

🌟 Health Benefits

  • Potatoes provide potassium, fiber, and energy-boosting complex carbs.

  • Blue cheese offers calcium, protein, and probiotics.

  • Olive oil contributes heart-healthy fats.

  • A satisfying dish that promotes fullness and comfort when enjoyed in moderation.

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
A: Yes! Roast potatoes ahead and reheat in the oven. Prepare sauce fresh or reheat gently with added milk.

Q: Can I make it vegetarian-friendly?
A: It already is! Just ensure the blue cheese uses vegetarian-friendly enzymes.

Q: What can I substitute for blue cheese?
A: Feta, goat cheese, or sharp cheddar are good alternatives.

Q: Can I air-fry the potatoes?
A: Absolutely—air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 18–22 minutes, shaking halfway.

Q: Is this recipe gluten-free?
A: Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch in the sauce to make it gluten-free.

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