Perfect for festive buffets, sharing boards and seasonal specials!

Few things are more synonymous with Christmas than a perfectly roasted potato. Crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle, they're a staple on festive menus across the UK. But with customers increasingly looking for exciting flavours and shareable dishes, why not give this classic side a contemporary update?

Loaded fries and sharing plates continue to dominate menus, making loaded roast potatoes an easy addition for operators looking to tap into current dining trends. Ideal for pubs, restaurants, street food vendors and festive events, this versatile dish can be served as a side, starter or indulgent snack.

Crispy garlic and rosemary roast potatoes are topped with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, crunchy sage and onion stuffing crumb and finished with a spoonful of cranberry sauce for a festive burst of sweetness. The result is a dish packed with texture, flavour and seasonal appeal.

What You'll Need

• 44437 – Garlic & Rosemary Roasting Potatoes
• 58821 – Riverdene Cranberry Sauce
• 6095 – Sage & Onion Stuffing Mix
• 70836 – Virgilio Parmigiano Reggiano Block
• Fresh parsley (optional)

Method

1. Cook the garlic and rosemary roast potatoes according to the pack instructions until golden and crispy.
2. Prepare the sage and onion stuffing mix and bake until crisp before breaking into a coarse crumb.
3. Grate or shave the Parmigiano Reggiano.
4. Pile the hot roast potatoes onto a serving platter.
5. Top generously with Parmesan and stuffing crumb.
6. Finish with dollops of cranberry sauce and a sprinkling of fresh parsley before serving.

Serving Tips

• Serve as a festive sharing dish alongside loaded Yorkshire puddings and pigs in blankets.
• Add pulled turkey or shredded beef for a premium upsell.
• Offer as a seasonal bar snack or small plate.
• Drizzle with gravy for extra indulgence.
• Swap cranberry sauce for a tomato salsa or chilli jam to create different flavour profiles.

Simple to prepare yet full of festive character, these loaded roast potatoes are an easy way to reinvent a Christmas classic and add something memorable to your seasonal menu.

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