Pesto Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds baby potatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons pesto
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking sheet.
2. Wash and scrub the potatoes and cut them in half. Place them in a large bowl and add the olive oil, garlic, pesto, salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
3. Arrange the potatoes on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 40 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through cooking.
4. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the potatoes with the chopped parsley. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Pesto is a traditional Italian sauce made from fresh herbs, olive oil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese.
• Baby potatoes are small potatoes that are harvested before they reach maturity.
• Roasting potatoes in the oven is a great way to bring out their natural flavor and texture.