Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes
These garlic butter smashed potatoes are irresistible! Crispy on the outside, soft and buttery on the inside, with rich garlic butter and plenty of Parmesan. Easy to make and sure to become a go-to side dish for any meal!
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
- water for boiling
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 lbs (1kg) baby potatoes
- 3/4 stick unsalted butter melted
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley Italian parsley preferred
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (207°C). Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add salt, then boil the baby potatoes for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine the butter, salt, garlic, and chopped parsley. Stir to mix well. Arrange the potatoes on a baking sheet. Using the bottom of a small saucepan or a flat-bottomed cup, gently flatten each potato. Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the top of each potato, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the edges of the potatoes are crispy and golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Notes
Source: The Slow Roasted Italian‘s cookbook “The Simple Kitchen.”
- When I smash my potatoes, I make sure to press them just enough to expose more surface area. That’s how I get those golden, crispy edges that are the best part!
- I’m careful not to overcook the potatoes when boiling them. I want them soft, but still firm enough to smash without falling apart. I also make sure to drain them well so they don’t get soggy.
- Don’t hold back on the garlic butter! I always brush it on generously so the potatoes soak up all that rich, savory goodness. Seriously, extra garlic is never a bad idea!
- After baking, I drizzle a little extra garlic butter over the potatoes and sprinkle some fresh parsley on top. It’s that final touch that makes all the difference!
Nutrition
Serving: 6people | Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 841mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g