Description
Smashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, featuring a delightful combination of crispy edges and fluffy interiors. This easy-to-make recipe allows you to customize flavors with your favorite herbs and spices. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, these buttery smashed potatoes will elevate your meal to new heights. Each bite is bursting with flavor and texture that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley or rosemary)
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Boil washed baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- Drain potatoes, smash gently on the sheet, then drizzle with olive oil and seasonings.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm, topped with butter.
Notes
Use Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes for best results.
For extra crispiness, broil briefly at the end of roasting.
Add toppings like cheese or bacon after roasting for flavor variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 118g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg