Description
Parmesan Smashed Potatoes are crispy, golden-brown potatoes with a buttery texture and a cheesy, garlicky flavor. These potatoes are boiled until tender, smashed for extra crispiness, and baked with Parmesan and herbs. Perfect as a side dish or appetizer!
Ingredients
– 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
– 1/2 tsp dried oregano
– 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the baby potatoes until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
3. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use a fork or potato masher to gently press each potato down until flattened.
4. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, melted butter, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and smoked paprika.
5. Brush the mixture generously over each smashed potato.
6. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately!
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the baby potatoes until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
3. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use a fork or potato masher to gently press each potato down until flattened.
4. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, melted butter, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and smoked paprika.
5. Brush the mixture generously over each smashed potato.
6. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately!
Notes
– For extra crispiness, broil the potatoes for the last 2-3 minutes.
– Try adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
– Serve with sour cream or a garlic aioli dip for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg