Smashed Potatoes
Smashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy edges with fluffy, buttery interiors that melt in your mouth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs baby potatoes
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme (chopped)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the baby potatoes in a large pot of salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Drain and let cool slightly, then transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Gently smash each potato with a fork or potato masher until flattened but intact.
- Drizzle olive oil over each potato and sprinkle with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and fresh herbs.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- If desired, add Parmesan cheese during the last five minutes of baking for an added cheesy crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg