Pesto Skin Off Wedges

Pesto Skin Off Wedges
Ingredients
1600g frozen skin-on potato wedges
21 tbsp olive oil
3Pinch of salt & black pepper
43 tbsp basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
5¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
62 tbsp pine nuts, lightly toasted
71 tbsp fresh basil leaves, torn
8Extra Parmesan shavings
9A drizzle of balsamic glaze for sweetness
Instructions
1Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
2Spread frozen wedges evenly on a baking sheet.
3Toss with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
4Bake 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
5While wedges bake, toast pine nuts in a dry skillet for 2–3 minutes until golden (watch carefully to prevent burning).
6Set aside.
7Once wedges are done, transfer to a large bowl or serving platter.
8Toss with basil pesto until evenly coated.
9Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and pine nuts.
10Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
11Optionally drizzle with balsamic glaze for a sweet contrast.
12Serve hot as a side dish or sharable appetizer.