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Spooky Halloween Skull Potatoes

Spooky Halloween Skull Potatoes for a Ghoulish Feast

Spooky Halloween Skull Potatoes are a fun, vegetarian-friendly side dish that brings playful charm to your Halloween celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Soaking Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 1 pound Red Mini Creamer Potatoes Creamy interiors make them perfect for carving.
  • 4 cups Water For soaking the potatoes.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Prevents cut edges from browning.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds rich flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Offers depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Infuses savory note.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Imparts delightful smokiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper A dash of seasoning.
For Garnishing
  • to taste Fresh/Dried Parsley Flakes Optional touch of color and flavor.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sharp Paring Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 385°F (195°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Thoroughly wash the red mini creamer potatoes and set them aside. Prepare a soaking solution with 4 cups of cold water and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
  3. Carefully carve spooky skull faces into each potato. Place them in the lemon water mixture to soak.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  5. After soaking, drain the carved skull potatoes and transfer them into a large bowl. Pour the seasoning oil mixture over them and toss gently.
  6. Arrange the potatoes face side up on the baking sheet and bake for approximately 30 minutes until golden and tender.
  7. Once baked, let them cool slightly and garnish with parsley flakes. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Gentle carving to prevent breaking potatoes; soak immediately after cutting to keep fresh. Space potatoes on the baking sheet for even roasting.

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