Potato Skewers

I can guide you through the preparation of potato skewers, a simple and versatile recipe that can be adapted to your tastes. Here is the classic recipe:

Ingredients

• 8 medium-sized potatoes
• 2 sprigs of rosemary
• Extra virgin olive oil as needed
• Salt and pepper as needed
• Paprika (optional)
• 8 skewers for skewers

Preparation

1. Wash the potatoes well and, if you prefer, you can peel them. Then, cut them into cubes about 2 centimeters per side.
2. Put the potato cubes in a pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Let them cook for about 5-10 minutes, until they are slightly softened but still firm at the center.
3. Drain them and let them cool for a few minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 200 °C.
5. Thread the potato cubes onto the skewers, alternating with rosemary leaves.
6. Arrange the skewers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush with extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and, if you like, a sprinkle of paprika to add a touch of color and flavor.
7. Bake the skewers for about 20-30 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking, until they are golden and crispy.
8. Serve the potato skewers hot, as a side dish or as an appetizer.

Curiosity

Potato skewers can be enriched with other ingredients to make them tastier, such as pieces of bacon, sausage, bell peppers, or onions. Moreover, in more Italian-style versions, you might find the presence of mozzarella or other melt-in-your-mouth cheeses, which melt during cooking, a real pleasure for the palate!