Description
Deliciously crispy on the outside and buttery soft on the inside, these smashed potatoes are seasoned with garlic and fresh herbs for the perfect side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup olive oil or melted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, thyme, or parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: Parmesan cheese, chives, or paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Wash and peel the potatoes as desired. Cut them into chunks and place them in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool just enough to handle.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, arrange the potatoes in a single layer. Smash each potato gently until about ½ inch thick.
- Drizzle with olive oil or melted butter, and sprinkle with minced garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot, garnished with more fresh herbs and cheese if desired.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use olive oil instead of butter. You can also use dried herbs if fresh ones are not available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: potatoes, side dish, garlic, crispy, easy recipe