Gluten-Free Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these *Gluten-Free Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes*! Featuring golden, oven-roasted russet potatoes seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of onion powder, this dish is crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. The pièce de résistance is the creamy, velvety cheese sauce made from gluten-free cheddar, butter, and milk, creating a luscious topper that melts into every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh green onions and cilantro for a vibrant flourish, this recipe is perfect as a festive side dish or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this 100% gluten-free recipe delivers bold, satisfying flavors that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 cup Shredded gluten-free cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Ensure the potatoes are evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy, turning halfway through baking.

Step 6

While the potatoes are baking, prepare the cheese sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 7

Whisk the cornstarch into the melted butter until smooth.

Step 8

Gradually add the milk to the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

Step 9

Continue to cook the sauce, stirring frequently, until it simmers and thickens slightly.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded gluten-free cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.

Step 11

Once the potatoes are done baking, remove them from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 12

Drizzle the warm cheese sauce over the crispy potatoes.

Step 13

Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1015.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1699.4

Total Fat 91.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 200.4mg	0%
Sodium 3376.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 53.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82.2IU	0%
Calcium 1086.8mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 4272.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 40.2%