Roasted Potatoes with Warm Blue Cheese Sauce is a rich, comforting side dish that turns simple potatoes into something extraordinary. The potatoes are roasted until crisp and golden, then drizzled with a creamy blue cheese sauce that melts beautifully over them. It’s a perfect match for steak, roasted chicken, or even as an appetizer at a festive dinner.
1. Ingredients
For the Potatoes:
- 2 pounds baby potatoes or small Yukon Golds, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
For the Blue Cheese Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup milk (whole milk or half-and-half for creamier sauce)
- ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
2. Cooking Time
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 40 minutes
- Total time: 50 minutes
3. Serving Quantity
- Serves 4–6 people
4. Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the halved potatoes in olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Spread evenly on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast: Bake for 35–40 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the potatoes are crisp and golden brown.
- Make the Blue Cheese Sauce: While the potatoes roast, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add Blue Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in crumbled blue cheese until melted and smooth. Add black pepper and a touch of lemon juice if desired.
- Serve: Arrange the roasted potatoes on a serving dish and drizzle with the warm blue cheese sauce. Sprinkle with extra blue cheese crumbles or chopped parsley for garnish.
5. Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 310
- Protein: 8 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 3 g
6. Tips for Best Results
- For crispier potatoes, don’t overcrowd the pan—use two sheets if needed.
- Try gorgonzola or Roquefort for different levels of blue cheese flavor.
- Warm the sauce just before serving—it thickens as it cools.
- Add cooked bacon bits or caramelized onions for extra flavor.
- Pair with grilled steak or roast beef for a restaurant-style meal at home.
Roasted Potatoes with Warm Blue Cheese Sauce is indulgent and satisfying—crispy potatoes meet creamy, tangy sauce for a dish that’s comforting and elegant all at once.
