Crispy Parmesan Smashed Potatoes
These Crispy Parmesan Smashed Potatoes are golden, buttery, and perfectly crunchy. An easy side dish with simple ingredients and bold flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
– 1 1/2 pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon kosher salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Boil potatoes in salted water until fork tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and let steam dry.
3. Place potatoes on a lined baking sheet and smash to 1/2 inch thickness with a glass or masher.
4. Whisk together olive oil, melted butter, garlic, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over potatoes.
5. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over each potato.
6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and crispy. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Be sure to dry potatoes well after boiling for maximum crispiness. Freshly grated Parmesan works best.
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