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Baked Smashed Potatoes With Garlic & Parmesan

Baked Smashed Potatoes With Garlic & Parmesan for Ultimate Comfort

These Baked Smashed Potatoes With Garlic & Parmesan are a delightful and easy-to-make side dish, perfect for elevating any meal with their irresistible crunch and savory flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 1 pound baby potatoes small, uniform-sized for even cooking
  • 1 teaspoon salt for boiling
For the Seasoning
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter use plant-based butter for vegan option
  • 3 cloves minced garlic or garlic powder if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika can be an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
For the Topping
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast for vegan substitute
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or thyme as an alternative herb

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • basting brush

Method
 

Directions
  1. Fill a large pot with water and add salt. Bring to a boil and add baby potatoes. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool slightly.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Place cooled potatoes on the baking sheet. Smash them to about ½-inch thickness using a glass or fork.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  5. Drizzle the seasoning mixture over each smashed potato, ensuring they are well coated. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Optionally, broil for 2-3 minutes for extra crunch.
  7. Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with different cheeses or fresh herbs to suit your taste.

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