Description
Crispy smashed potatoes with golden edges and fluffy centers. This easy oven baked side dish delivers bold flavor and irresistible crunch.
Ingredients
2 pounds baby potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Boil baby potatoes in salted water for 15 to 20 minutes until fork tender.
3. Drain potatoes and let them steam dry for 5 minutes.
4. Place potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Smash each potato gently.
5. Brush potatoes with olive oil.
6. Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika evenly.
7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until crispy and golden.
8. Sprinkle parsley and parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Use similar sized potatoes for even cooking.
Dry potatoes before baking for best crisp.
Serve immediately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg