Description
Crispy and flavorful smashed potatoes, a comforting side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain them well.
- Place the boiled potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Using a fork or a potato masher, gently smash each potato until it is flattened but still holds together.
- Drizzle the smashed potatoes with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispy potatoes, ensure they are well-drained after boiling.
- You can add other seasonings like garlic powder or paprika before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: smashed potatoes, crispy potatoes, roasted potatoes, comfort food, side dish, easy recipe, vegetarian