Foil-Pack Freedom Potatoes

Grilled baby potatoes with garlic butter in a foil packet

A low-effort grilled side for two: baby potatoes steam in garlic butter, then pick up just enough grill heat to become tender and savory. The packet keeps cleanup close to zero.

Equipment Needed

• Grill
• Heavy-duty aluminum foil
• Mixing bowl

Foil-Pack Freedom Potatoes

A low-effort grilled side for two: baby potatoes steam in garlic butter, then pick up just enough grill heat to become tender and savory. The packet keeps cleanup close to zero.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 2 Servings

Course: Sides

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

Main

• 1/2 lb baby potatoes halved
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• Black pepper to taste
• 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional) optional
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan (optional) optional

Method

 

1. Preheat the grill to medium, about 375 to 400°F.
2. Toss 1/2 pound halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon melted butter, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
3. Pile the potatoes in the center of a large sheet of heavy-duty foil. Fold and crimp the edges into a tightly sealed packet, leaving a little room inside for steam to circulate.
4. Grill the packet for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until a knife slides easily into the potatoes.
5. Open the packet away from your face to release steam. Finish with optional 1/2 tablespoon parsley and 1 tablespoon Parmesan.

How to Know It's Done

• The potatoes are done when a thin knife or fork slides into the center with almost no resistance.

Cook's Notes

• If the potatoes are larger than about 1 1/2 inches, quarter them rather than halving so the timing stays reliable.