Description
Crispy Parmesan Smashed Potatoes are a simple and delicious side dish. These potatoes are boiled, smashed, and then baked with Parmesan cheese until golden and crispy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs small potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or red potatoes
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Place potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Use a potato masher or the bottom of a glass to gently smash each potato.
- Drizzle potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispy potatoes, you can broil them for the last few minutes of cooking.
- Feel free to add other seasonings, such as paprika, onion powder, or dried herbs.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg