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The Martian: Baked Potato Wedges with Ketchup

A recipe for oven baked potato wedges with a variety of flavored ketchup inspired by the movie, The Martian, starring Matt Damon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 - large russet potatoes cleaned, skin on
  • 4 tbsp - olive oil
  • 2 tsp - chili powder
  • 2 tsp - salt
  • 1/2 tsp - ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp - garlic powder
  • KETCHUP VARITIES:
  • curry ketchup
  • honey balsamic ketchup
  • sriracha ketchup

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425F.
  2. Slice the potatoes into wedges by first slicing it in half and then in quarters. Place the potatoes in a large pot of water and bring to a simmer. Cook until tender and soft but it should still hold it's shape.
  3. Transfer the potatoes to a rack to cool. Let the steam completely evaporate before continuing.
  4. Toss the potatoes in 1 tbsp of olive oil, chili powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat the 3 tbsp of oil in a sheet or roasting pan for 2 minutes or until hot.
  5. Carefully lay the seasoned potatoes on the hot tray and bake for 15 minutes. Flip the potatoes and bake for another 15 minutes or until golden and crunchy.
  6. Serve the potatoes with ketchup.I flavored a few it with curry, balsamic and honey, and sriracha. I did this all to taste so feel free to experiment!