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Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Deliciously crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these smashed potatoes are the perfect side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Potatoes
  • 2 pounds baby potatoes or small Yukon Gold potatoes
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt for boiling
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked or sweet
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Potatoes
  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. Place the baby potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil.
  3. Boil the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
Smashed and Seasoned
  1. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Transfer them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Using a fork or potato masher, gently smash each potato until flattened but still intact.
  3. Drizzle the smashed potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and additional salt if desired.
Bake to Crisp
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
  2. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add grated Parmesan cheese before baking.

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