Description
Baked Smashed Potatoes with Garlic & Parmesan is a delightful side dish that complements any meal, featuring a crispy exterior and creamy center.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and place them in a pot filled with water.
- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat and cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Place the potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Using the bottom of a glass or a potato masher, gently smash each potato until flattened but not completely broken apart.
- In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper together.
- Drizzle the garlic oil mixture over the smashed potatoes, making sure each potato is well coated.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure potatoes are not overcooked to maintain their structure for smashing.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic and cheese to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg