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Smashed Potatoes

10 mins

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Smashed Potatoes

These smashed potatoes are crispy on the outside, soft in the middle, and easy to make with a few pantry staples. You start by microwaving the potatoes until tender, then smash, season, and roast them until golden and crisp.

This smashed potatoes recipe uses butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper for simple flavor. Finish with fresh parsley or a little Parmesan cheese before serving.

Serve these smashed potatoes alongside chicken, steak, burgers, pork chops, or your favorite dinner. They also make a great appetizer or party side dish.

If you enjoy easy potato recipes, give these smashed potatoes a try and let me know what you think.

Recipe Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 pounds small potatoes

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 3 to 4 tablespoons butter

  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Recipe Directions:

  1. Wash the potatoes and poke each one several times with a fork.

  2. Place the potatoes in the microwave and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, or until tender. Cooking time may vary depending on the number and size of the potatoes.

  3. Line a baking sheet with nonstick foil and brush it lightly with vegetable oil.

  4. Place the cooked potatoes on the baking sheet. Use the bottom of a cup to gently smash each potato.

  5. Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add small pieces of butter over the top.

  6. Bake at 375°F for about 6 to 7 minutes. Flip the potatoes and spoon some of the melted butter over the other side.

  7. Season again with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

  8. Return the potatoes to the oven and bake another 6 to 7 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown.

  9. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with parsley. Add Parmesan cheese if desired.

  10. Serve hot.

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Savory

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