Big Ray's Scotch Date Roasted Potatoes

Red potatoes are tossed with Scotch, dates, and balsamic vinegar and roasted in this bold side dish that pairs well with grilled steak.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 237 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 cloves garlic
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• ¼ cup Scotch whiskey
• cooking spray
• ½ cup chopped dates
• 2 pounds red potatoes, quartered
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
• ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
• 3 scallions, thinly sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and grease with cooking spray.

Step 2

Place potatoes in a large bowl.

Step 3

Combine dates, whiskey, balsamic vinegar, butter, rosemary, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a food processor; puree into a smooth sauce. Pour sauce over potatoes and mix until completely coated. Spread potatoes out on baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are browned and tender, 25 to 35 minutes. Serve with blue cheese and scallions.