Description
Baked Smashed Potatoes with Garlic & Parmesan is a delicious and crispy side dish that combines the creamy texture of potatoes with the rich flavors of garlic and parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and gently smash each one with a fork or potato masher.
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the garlic oil mixture over the smashed potatoes.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top of the potatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add herbs like rosemary or thyme.
- Make sure not to overcook the potatoes when boiling.
- These potatoes can be served as a side dish for any meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Baked Smashed Potatoes, Garlic Potatoes, Parmesan Potatoes, Side Dish Recipes